Joe Milton’s locker sits two stalls and a door away from the rest of the Eagles quarterbacks. It’s sandwiched between punter Braden Mann and long snapper Rocco Underwood, and is about as barren as one could imagine. The no-frills nature…
Quarterback Joe Milton has been elevated to the starting role for the Philadelphia Eagles ahead of Sunday's matchup against the New York Giants. The 26-year-old transitioned from the Dallas Cowboys practice squad to the Eagles starting position in just three weeks. Philadelphia is turning to the former Tennessee standout to provide an offensive spark and halt the team's current six-game losing streak.
Milton has faced an uphill battle learning the Eagles playbook on short notice while balancing newfound media obligations. Known for his arm strength, the 6-foot-5, 234-pound quarterback originally entered the NFL with the New England Patriots and is the cousin of former three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Anquan Boldin.
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