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Milton's elite athleticism and arm strength offset accuracy concerns; Giants must stay disciplined against his rushing a
Milton, a 6-foot-5, 236-pound athletic and strong-armed QB, is starting for the Eagles against the Giants after being signed off the Dallas practice squad on October 16th. He has appeared in five games across 2024-2025 but saw significant action only in the Patriots' Week 18 win over Buffalo (22 of 29, 241 yards, 1 TD). Despite elite physical tools, Milton was heavily knocked for inconsistency and lack of accuracy in college, completing just 38.6% of passes beyond 10 yards downfield despite Tennessee's simplistic offense. He rarely threw with timing, touch, or anticipation and is a 'fastball only' passer. His presence will force the Giants' pass rush to be more disciplined; his power and speed as a runner could hurt the Giants if they're undisciplined in rushes or allow him to break contain.
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Milton named Eagles starter vs. Giants; McKee moves to bench
Joe Milton has been named the starting quarterback for the Eagles against the Giants, moving ahead of Tanner McKee on the depth chart. Milton brings experience from five starts over two seasons with the New England Patriots and Dallas Cowboys before signing with Philadelphia on Oct. 16.
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Milton takes over for McKee; downgrade for struggling Eagles offense.
Milton is taking over as the Eagles QB this week in place of Tanner McKee; the source indicates this is a downgrade move for an already struggling offense, with limited upside for passing game fantasy assets.
Milton's arm talent and quick ascent to backup make him intrigue if McKee falters.
Milton, a 26-year-old 6-5, 236-lb former sixth-round pick, was signed off the Cowboys' practice squad on Oct. 16 and quickly supplanted Cole Payton as the Eagles' backup QB. He has played in just five career games but possesses significant arm talent with a highlight reel from his 2023 Tennessee season showing big-arm plays and ability to elude pressure, though consistency has been an issue. The source suggests if McKee continues to struggle, it would be interesting to see Milton get a chance in this lost season.
Milton's arm talent and mobility intrigue; could get chance if McKee struggles.
The 26-year-old Milton (6-5, 236) was signed off the Cowboys' practice squad on Oct. 16 and quickly supplanted Cole Payton as the new backup quarterback. The former sixth-round pick has played in just five career games but possesses plenty of arm talent; his 2023 highlight reel from Tennessee is littered with highlight plays. Milton has a big arm and can elude pressure, though he wasn't very consistent. The source notes that in this lost season, if McKee continues to struggle, "it would be fun to see Milton get a chance."
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Milton has arm talent and mobility; could get a shot if McKee struggles.
The Eagles signed Milton off the Cowboys' practice squad on Oct. 16 and he quickly supplanted Cole Payton as the new backup quarterback. The 26-year-old (6-5, 236) has played in just five career games but possesses plenty of arm talent with a big arm and ability to elude pressure; his 2023 Tennessee highlight reel is littered with highlight plays. While he wasn't very consistent, in this lost season if McKee continues to struggle, Milton could get a chance to play.
Milton serves as McKee's backup after joining Eagles from Cowboys practice squad.
Joe Milton is Tanner McKee's backup quarterback for the Eagles. Milton only arrived in Philadelphia on October 16, signing from the Cowboys' practice squad, and remains on the bench as McKee continues as the starter.
Milton active but unused; debate continues on replacing McKee.
Joe Milton was active but did not play in Week 8. There have been calls for Milton to replace Tanner McKee at quarterback, though the source is not convinced it would make much of a difference. Nick Foles noted it might actually be beneficial that Milton doesn't know the Eagles' offense well.
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Milton is Eagles third-string QB; sixth-round 2024 pick on third team.
Joe Milton III is the third-string quarterback on the Eagles' depth chart. Milton is on his third team since the Patriots drafted him in the sixth round in 2024; New England traded him to the Dallas Cowboys in April, and the Eagles signed him off the Cowboys' practice squad on October 16 after Hurts' injury.
Joe Milton could replace Tanner McKee as Eagles starter.
Former Cowboys QB Joe Milton could potentially take over as Philadelphia Eagles starter ahead of the Thanksgiving game against Dallas, competing with Tanner McKee for the starting role.
Milton (6th-round 2024) is Eagles third QB; 69.8% career completion, elite athleticism.
Joe Milton III, a Tennessee product and sixth-round pick by the New England Patriots in the 2024 NFL Draft, joined the Eagles on Oct. 16 after opening the 2026 season on the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad. He is third on the Eagles' quarterback depth chart. Milton has never technically started an NFL game but played the majority of one for the Patriots in 2024. He has completed 69.8% of his career passes for 424 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions while adding 66 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries, and has routinely impressed in preseason with his cannon arm, excellent mobility and elite athleticism.
Milton expected to see Eagles playing time soon.
Joe Milton is expected to see playing time for the Eagles at some point, suggesting a potential quarterback change or competition with Tanner McGee.
Milton is the Eagles' backup QB after recent addition.
Joe Milton is active as the Eagles' backup quarterback, having recently joined the team after Cole Payton served as backup in Week 6.
Milton is backup QB; recently joined team ahead of Payton.
Milton is active and serves as the backup quarterback; he recently joined the team and has moved ahead of Cole Payton on the depth chart.
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Promoted to backup QB behind McKee; no fantasy relevance in 1-QB leagues.
Promoted to backup QB behind McKee; no fantasy relevance in 1-QB leagues. Preseason reports noted he 'looked damn good' with Cowboys; Reddit speculation centers on him as potential long-term Hurts replacement or future starter, but no concrete fantasy impact yet. Comments are mostly humorous (Office Space jokes, hypothetical revenge scenarios vs. Cowboys).
Milton is seeking playing time as backup QB behind starter Tanner McKee.
Milton is competing for an opportunity to play quarterback for the Eagles in Week 7, with Tanner McKee currently holding the starting role.
Milton joins Eagles as third QB; 69.8% career completion, elite athleticism.
Joe Milton III, a Tennessee product and sixth-round 2024 pick by New England, joined the Eagles on Oct. 16 after opening the season on Dallas' practice squad. Milton has impressed in preseason with his cannon arm, excellent mobility and elite athleticism. He has completed 69.8% of his career passes for 424 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions while adding 66 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries, though he has never technically started an NFL game.