Stephen Lebitsch

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

“Stephen Lebitsch is a graduate of Fordham University, Class of 2021, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Communications (with a minor in Sports Journalism) and spent three years as a staff writer for The Fordham Ram. With his education and immense passion for the space, he is looking to transfer his knowledge and talents into a career in the sports media industry. Along with his work for the FanNation network and Giants Country, Stephen’s stops include Minute Media and Talking Points Sports.

Oct 25, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; New York Giants running back Devin Singletary (26) and quarterback J.J. McCarthy (18) celebrate after the game against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium.

Big Blue+

After a fourth-quarter spark against the Saints, McCarthy replaces Jameis Winston as New York’s starter and faces Houston’s top-tier pass rush in Week 7.

New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston (19) looks to throw the ball 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.

Big Blue+

Four games into his run as the starter, Winston is out, but he says he's not bitter and that he plans to help McCarthy succeed.

Jun 10, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; A detail view of a Houston Texans helmet on the field during the team’s minicamp at Houston Methodist Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Big Blue+

Oddsmakers are down on Big Blue ahead of Week 7, citing quarterback uncertainty and a Houston pass rush that has been heating up.

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh walks off there field following a defeat to the Saint 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.

Big Blue+

Despite a bad home loss to the Saints, New York still leads the NFC East, and Harbaugh now faces the biggest decision of his first season.

Oct 11, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston (19) looks to pass during the third quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium.

Game Day

The Giants seek to remain undefeated at home as they host the struggling New Orleans Saints this week.

Jan 4, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive end Chase Young (99) fires up the crowd against the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Big Blue+

Chris Olave, Chase Young, and the Giants sputtering run defense highlight New York's three key areas to dominate against a desperate New Orleans team.

Oct 11, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants offensive line Jermaine Eluemunor (72) sits on the field after an injury during the third quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium.

Big Blue+

Bryan Hudson’s move to center boosted the Giants’ PFF ranking, but weak run blocking and tackle injuries could hurt against New Orleans.

Sep 26, 2026; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles wide receiver Duce Robinson (0) catches a pass against Central Arkansas Bears defensive back Bryson Adamoh (21) during the second half at Doak S. Campbell Stadium.

Draft

Despite $48.34 million in free-agent spending, the Giants lean almost entirely on Malik Nabers and Isaiah Likely, and PFF’s early mock draft sends them a receiver at No. 26.

The Giants open up this week as a slight underdog at home against the New Orleans Saints.

Big Blue+

FanDuel opened the Giants as 1.5-point home underdogs to the 1-4 Saints, the second straight week oddsmakers have doubted New York.

Oct 11, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh shakes hands with Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn after the game at Northwest Stadium.

Big Blue+

The Giants' rollercoaster tie with the Commanders did nothing to help or hurt their standing in MMQB's latest power rankings poll.

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.

Game Day

Jameis Winston forced overtime with three touchdowns, but a Cam Skattebo fumble and Washington’s time-management blunder left the Giants with a 27-27 tie.

Oct 11, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders safety Quan Martin (20) tackles New York Giants tight end Isaiah Likely (9) during overtime at Northwest Stadium.

Game Day

The tight end’s career-high 11 catches and two touchdowns sparked a comeback against the Commanders, but New York still left Week 5 without a win.

Stephen Lebitsch

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Four Downs: Biggest Factors in Giants’ 27-21 OT Win Over Texans

How to Watch Giants vs. Texans: Time, TV, Radio and Referee for Week 7

Giants’ Run Defense Is a Problem, but D.J. Reader Is Not

Three Key Matchups the Giants Must Win to Upset the Texans

Big Blue+

Giants Bet on McCarthy’s Arm as Nabers Vows to Get Open

Big Blue+

Jameis Winston Takes Demotion in Stride as J.J. McCarthy Steps In for Giants

Big Blue+

Giants Open as 10.5-Point Underdogs at Texans

Big Blue+

Giants Hold at No. 20 in Power Rankings as McCarthy-or-Winston Debate Looms

Game Day

Giants vs. Saints Week 6: Time, Channel and What to Watch

Big Blue+

3 Matchups That Will Decide Giants' Week 6 Game Against Saints

Big Blue+

Draft

PFF Mock Draft Sends Giants a Wide Receiver, and the Numbers Show Why

Giants Open as 1.5-Point Home Underdogs Against Struggling Saints

Giants Hold Their Position in Week 6 MMQB Power Rankings

Four Plays That Defined the Giants’ Wild 27-27 Tie With the Commanders

Isaiah Likely Makes Giants History in Wild Tie vs. Commanders