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New York Giants defeat Houston Texans 27-21 in overtime

The New York Giants secured their first road victory of the 2026 season with a 27-21 overtime win against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. The victory improves the Giants to 4-2-1, while the Texans fall to 2-5.

Quarterback J.J. McCarthy made a successful debut as the Giants' starter, completing 20 of 28 passes for 252 yards. Running back Cam Skattebo provided a significant spark, recording 124 rushing yards and a fourth-quarter touchdown, including a 42-yard run in overtime that set up the winning score. Devin Singletary delivered the decisive 30-yard touchdown run in the extra period.

The Texans, led by C.J. Stroud, kept the game competitive with two touchdown passes, including a late connection to Xavier Hutchinson that forced overtime. Despite the loss, Houston saw the return of wide receiver Tank Dell from a long-term injury.

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C.J. Stroud · Cam Skattebo · D.J. Reader · David Montgomery · Devin Singletary · Houston Texans · J.J. McCarthy · JJ McCarthy · John Harbaugh · New York Giants · Reliant Stadium · Tank Dell

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