Joe Milton signs with Eagles amid Jalen Hurts injury, possible IR move
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles signed quarterback Joe Milton off the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad due to Jalen Hurts being sidelined with a blood clot, requiring Milton to be placed on the Eagles' 53-man roster.
- With Hurts out indefinitely, the Eagles will start Tanner McKee against the Carolina Panthers, while also keeping Milton and rookie Cole Payton as backups to ensure depth at the quarterback position.
- Milton, known for his mobility but limited experience, has been with three teams in three seasons and has thrown only 53 passes in his NFL career; he was recently cut by the Cowboys after losing the backup job to Sam Howell.
- The Eagles’ decision to add Milton suggests Hurts will miss multiple games, as relying solely on rookie Payton for an extended period was deemed insufficient.
- It is expected that Hurts will be placed on injured reserve due to the indefinite nature of his blood clot condition, allowing the Eagles to manage roster spots effectively amid numerous injuries.
