Mike D'Abate

Joined: Sep 10, 2026

Mike D’Abate joins the New York Giants On SI team, bringing a family history of having followed the Giants since childhood. Previously, he has covered the New England Patriots and the NFL since 2017, both as a beat writer and managing editor for outlets such as On SI, Yahoo Sports and Full Press Coverage. He also served as the host and producer of the Locked On Patriots daily podcast from 2019 through 2025. A lifelong New Englander, Mike continues to incorporate his passion and unique insight into his pro and college football coverage.

Oct 25, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy (18) passes the ball during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium.

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Horton says the Giants must get back to “winning football” after turnovers, penalties and too-few-players mistakes undercut the unit.

Oct 4, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy (18) on the sideline before a game against the Arizona Cardinals at MetLife Stadium.

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With McCarthy starting, Nagy plans to bring back zone reads, designed runs and RPOs against Houston’s pass rush.

Oct 18, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy (18) reacts after throwing a 24-yard touchdown pass to tight end Isaiah Likely against the New Orleans Saints during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium.

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fter connecting for a two-point conversion and a 24-yard touchdown against the Saints, Likely says he wants to make McCarthy’s transition as easy as possible.

Oct 18, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy (18) throws a pass during the second half against the New Orleans Saints at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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After a rocky stint with the Vikings, the quarterback says experience will help him make the most of his opportunity in New York.

Oct 18, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston (19) reacts after a false start penalty against the New Orleans Saints during the third quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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McCarthy threw for 243 yards in the final 11 minutes of a 34-27 defeat, but John Harbaugh says the quarterback job isn’t up for discussion yet.

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The Giants’ backup quarterback threw for 243 yards in the fourth quarter of a 34-27 loss, then said he’s proud of a team that “refuses to quit.”

New York Giants cornerback Greg Newsome II (20) celebrates after a tackle during a week 6 NFL football game between New York Giants and New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.

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New York watched a second-half lead slip away at MetLife while three key starters went down with concussion and neck concerns.

Oct 18, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy (18) throws a pass against the New Orleans Saints during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The New York Giants quarterback change from Jameis Winston to J.J. McCarthy nearly sparked an erasure of a 24-point 4th quarter deficit.

Apr 18, 2026; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs center Drew Bobo (74) runs during the Georgia Spring football game at Sanford Stadium.

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With needs on both lines and in the secondary, New York’s scouts may focus on Georgia’s Drew Bobo, Miami’s Ahmad Moten, Michigan’s Jyaire Hill and Alabama’s Bray Hubbard.

Oct 11, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston (19) and tight end Isaiah Likely (9) celebrate after connecting on a touchdown pass during the third quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium.

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The tight end has 33 catches and four touchdowns through five games, and he says the offense is “taking the right trajectory.”

Sep 27, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants kicker Dominic Zvada (34) reacts after kicking a field goal against the Tennessee Titans during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium.

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The rookie kicker missed three field goals in the Week 5 tie with Washington, but Chris Horton says the issues are fixable and Zvada “is damn good.”

Sep 27, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Malik Harrison (54) celebrates with linebacker Abdul Carter (3) after recovering a fumble during the first quarter against the Tennessee Titans at MetLife Stadium.

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Dennard Wilson has blitzed on over half of snaps the last two weeks, but Abdul Carter’s calf injury clouds the Giants’ plan against the up-tempo Saints.

Mike D'Abate

Joined: Sep 10, 2026

J.J. McCarthy Delivers a Winning Debut as Giants Starter, Beating Texans in Overtime

Giants Ride Cam Skattebo’s 124 Rushing Yards to a 27-21 OT Win Over Texans

Giants 2027 NFL Draft Watch: Four Prospects to Track This Weekend

Giants’ Cam Skattebo Eager to Play Against Texans After ‘Learning a Lesson’

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Giants Special Teams Coordinator Chris Horton Calls Unit’s Mistakes “Embarrassing”

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Giants Reopen More of the Playbook for J.J. McCarthy’s First Start vs. Texans

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Why Isaiah Likely Is Sold on New Starting Giants QB J.J. McCarthy

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Why J.J. McCarthy Feels Better Prepared for Giants' Starting Opportunity

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Giants QB Debate Heats Up After McCarthy’s Record-Setting Comeback Bid

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McCarthy Makes History in Relief, but Giants Fall Short vs. Saints

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Giants Week 6 Injury Round Up: Newsome, Thomas and Mooney Exit Team's 34-27 Loss to Saints Early

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Giants Comeback Bid Falls Short in 34-27 Loss to Saints

Giants Draft Watch: Four College Prospects to Track in Week 7

Isaiah Likely Feels at Home in Giants’ Offense, and His Chemistry With Jameis Winston Is Growing

Giants Coach Explains Why He Still Trusts Dominic Zvada After Rough Day

Giants’ Blitz-Heavy Defense Faces Test vs. Saints’ Up-Tempo Offense