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Joe Milton III adds downfield passing threat to Eagles offense

Milton will be Philadelphia's fourth quarterback in 2026.

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What happened: Philadelphia is adjusting its offensive scheme around Joe Milton III's arm talent as he takes over first-team repetitions. The coaching staff and film analysts point to Milton's ability to stretch opposing secondaries with the deep ball as the primary tactical change. His arm strength alters how defenses can align against the Eagles' passing attack.

Why it matters: The Eagles enter Week 9 searching for answers after a 27-10 road loss to the Washington Commanders on Nov. 1. Milton was named the Eagles starting quarterback to inject explosive plays into an offense seeking consistency. If Milton unlocks the vertical passing game, he could solidify his grip on the starting job through November.

What to watch: Milton makes his first start for Philadelphia on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. ET against the New York Giants. The matchup tests whether his vertical arm strength translates against New York's aggressive blitz packages.

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