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McCarthy proceeded to light up the Saints' defense for 243 yards while putting the Giants 14 yards away from a potential game-winning touchdown. Although the Saints mostly played vanilla defensively, McCarthy impressed with the arm talent that made him the 10th pick in the 2024 draft on some pinpoint throws into tight windows.

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McCarthy threw for 243 yards in relief; arm talent evident but tough matchup ahead.

In limited action against the Saints (11:25 remaining, down 24 points), McCarthy threw for 243 yards and nearly led a game-winning drive, finishing 14 yards away from a potential touchdown. He impressed with arm talent and pinpoint throws into tight windows, showcasing the skill that made him the 10th overall pick in the 2024 draft. However, the Saints played vanilla defense, and McCarthy will face a much stiffer test against Houston's Will Anderson and Danielle Hunter, arguably the league's best edge rusher duo.

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