Conor Orr· Oct 21, 2026
Orr placed the Giants 20th in his Week 7 MMQB NFL power rankings and argued Jameis Winston should keep starting at quarterback for at least another week against Houston.
“One side, including Orr, wants Winston to keep the reins for at least another week as the Giants brace for a daunting Houston Texans pass rush next Sunday.”
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- Depth Chart CallsJameis WinstonNew York GiantsOct 21, 2026
Jameis Winston to be 1st on the depth chart
“One side, including Orr, wants Winston to keep the reins for at least another week as the Giants brace for a daunting Houston Texans pass rush next Sunday.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Power RankingsOct 21, 2026
“moved them up one spot to No. 20 in his newest MMQB NFL power rankings for Week 7”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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