Eagles name Joe Milton starting quarterback against Giants

Milton will be Philadelphia's fourth quarterback in 2026.

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What happened: Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni confirmed the lineup change ahead of Sunday's matchup with the New York Giants. The decision comes after Philadelphia dropped six consecutive games to fall to 2-6 on the season.

Why it matters: Philadelphia sits 16th in the NFC conference standings, facing increasing pressure to remain in the postseason conversation. The division-leading Giants enter at 4-2-1, making Sunday a crucial divisional clash for an Eagles team trying to halt its slide.

By the numbers: Philadelphia Eagles: 2-6 in 2026 (Streak: L6, NFC Seed: 16) New York Giants: 4-2-1 in 2026 (Streak: W1, NFC Seed: 3)

What to watch: Philadelphia plays the New York Giants on Sunday, when Milton takes the field for his first start of the season.

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@YahooSports Nov 06, 2026 · 23:17 UTC

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Eagles name Joe Milton starting quarterback against Giants

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