Eagles sign Joe Milton to active roster

Key Points:

• Joe Milton, a 2024 sixth-round pick, is expected to join a practice squad soon, potentially returning to the Dallas Cowboys after initially making their 53-man roster but losing his spot due to a waiver claim.
• Milton's performance has been inconsistent; he struggled in Week 18 last season and preseason games, showing erratic accuracy and decision-making despite a strong arm, which fits the Cowboys' preference for downfield passing quarterbacks.
• In limited playtime, Milton completed 15-of-24 passes for 183 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions, also contributing some rushing yards, but his overall reliability as a backup remains in question.
• The Cowboys currently view Milton as Dak Prescott’s backup for the 2026 season, though their search for a more dependable No. 2 quarterback continues, especially given Prescott’s recent turnovers and the team’s offensive challenges without key receivers.
• With Prescott under contract through 2028 and the team having signed Joshua Dobbs as a backup elsewhere, Milton holds limited fantasy value and is primarily a depth option in Dallas’ quarterback room.