Milton, 26, has been noted for his offseason performances in recent years. He entered the NFL in 2024 as a sixth-round pick out of Tennessee, after playing college football at Michigan from 2018 to 2020. His NFL debut came with the New England Patriots, who originally selected him 193rd overall. In the 2024 season, Milton appeared in one game, completing 22 passes for 241 yards with one touchdown. The Patriots traded him to the Cowboys in April 2025. During the 2025 season, he appeared in four games for Dallas, completing 15 of 24 passes for 183 yards, with one touchdown and two interceptions. Milton showed strong performances in the 2026 preseason but was released during final cuts and subsequently re-signed to the Cowboys’ practice squad for the first five weeks of the season.
With Hurts dealing with a superficial blood clot in his calf, the Eagles have listed Tanner McKee, rookie Cole Payton, and Joe Milton on the active roster as they prepare for Week 6 against the Carolina Panthers. Hurts’ status centers on his health and his return timeline rather than football-related concerns.
Milton’s addition provides the Eagles with additional quarterback options as they navigate Hurts’ health and aim to maintain stability at the position throughout the season.
