Quarterback Joe Milton set to make first NFL start with Eagles against Giants

Joe Milton will make his first career start on Sunday as the Philadelphia Eagles take on the New York Giants. Milton, who entered the league with the New England Patriots and later spent time on the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad, has appeared in four games for Dallas, playing a total of 51 snaps.

In his most extensive NFL action to date, Milton replaced Patriots starter Drake Maye in the final 61 snaps of a Week 18 game in 2024, completing 22 of 29 passes for 241 yards and a touchdown. After being signed from the Cowboys on Oct. 16, Milton stepped in following an injury to starter Jalen Hurts, while backup Tanner McKee has struggled in three starts.

"I was just pretty much going through the plays, going through the week like I was a starter, or like I was playing, and just being ready," Milton said, as quoted by the Philadelphia Inquirer. "And that’s what the NFL is about: Just being ready when your name is called, and just preparing for those moments."

Milton acknowledged the challenge of learning the Eagles' playbook, noting it resembles the West Coast scheme he encountered during his rookie season in New England. When asked how familiar he is with the new system, he replied, "Shoot, whatever’s in this week," with a laugh.