Overview
- The Eagles announced on Wednesday that Joe Milton will start Sunday against the New York Giants, replacing Tanner McKee after McKee went 0-3 as the starter and the team fell to 2-6.
- Jalen Hurts remains on injured reserve for the season after developing blood clots, a medical absence that forced Philadelphia into multiple unplanned quarterback changes this year.
- McKee completed 72 of 114 passes for 638 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in his three starts, but the offense averaged just 15–17 points and struggled with protection, turnovers and stalled drives.
- Milton, signed from the Dallas Cowboys’ practice squad on Oct. 16, has limited regular-season experience but offers notable arm strength and mobility that coaches hope will create downfield chances and help offset protection issues.
- Coaches told players of the switch in a team meeting and the decision — coming two days after a public vote of confidence for McKee — turns Sunday’s game into a quick evaluation that could shape the Eagles’ quarterback plans and coaching scrutiny for the rest of the season.