Milton has been a standout in NFL preseason play, particularly over the past two seasons. In the 2026 preseason with Dallas, he completed 67.4% of his passes for 378 yards, with three touchdowns and no interceptions across three games. Although he did not make the Cowboys’ final roster, he remained on their practice squad prior to joining the Eagles. In his NFL career, Milton has appeared in five regular-season games with 424 passing yards, a 69.8% completion rate, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. He has not yet started a regular-season game.
With the acquisition, the Eagles now have four quarterbacks on the active roster: the starter, Jalen Hurts, along with Tanner McKee, Cole Payton, and Milton. This move comes as Hurts continues to deal with a superficial blood clot in his calf, making it strategically prudent to bolster depth at the position. Public reaction on social media highlighted various opinions about Milton’s upside and the timing of the addition, with commentators emphasizing his strong arm and athleticism and noting the potential benefits of adding a youthful option at quarterback.
