The Philadelphia Eagles will start quarterback Joe Milton in their Week 9 matchup against the NFC East-leading New York Giants, replacing Tanner McKee, according to ESPN. Milton becomes the third starting quarterback for the Eagles this season after Jalen Hurts was placed on injured reserve and McKee lost all three of his starts.
The Eagles claimed Milton off the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad on October 16, one day before Hurts went on IR. Head coach Nick Sirianni praised Milton's work ethic and progression, noting the time he has spent with quarterbacks coach Parks Frazier to learn the offense.
Milton, a 2024 sixth-round pick originally acquired by the Cowboys in an April 2025 trade with the New England Patriots, served as Dak Prescott's backup last season. During the preseason, he completed 29 of 43 passes (67.4%) for 378 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions, posting a 118.2 passer rating in three exhibition games.
Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer compared Milton's arm strength to that of Brett Favre but expressed reservations about his accuracy and touch, which led to Sam Howell winning the Dallas backup job. Schottenheimer acknowledged Milton's development and upside, stating he believes Milton will be a terrific player in the league.
