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Eagles sign Joe Milton after Andy Dalton rejects return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 3:14 AM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Eagles sign Joe Milton after Andy Dalton rejects return

Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed Joe Milton from the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad following a disappointing fourth consecutive loss, suffering from Jalen Hurts' absence due to an IR stint for a blood clot. Tanner McKee will start as quarterback, with Milton set as the backup after the Eagles' initial interest in bringing back Andy Dalton was declined. Dalton, having signed with the Eagles earlier this season, opted to join another team instead. Milton, known for his strong arm and mobility, aims to help stabilize the Eagles' quarterback situation.

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Status Watch

•Eagles suffered fourth straight loss in Week 6.
•Jalen Hurts placed on IR due to blood clot issue.
•Tanner McKee appointed as starting quarterback.
•Andy Dalton rejected Eagles' offer to return.
•Joe Milton signed from Cowboys' practice squad.

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3:14 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles Got Rejected By 3-Time Pro Bowler Before Signing Joe Milton: Report

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The Philadelphia Eagles are in a really bad spot after suffering their fourth straight loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 6, following multiple losses earlier in the week. Philly lost Jalen Hurts, who went on IR to deal with a blood clot stemming from a calf injury he suffered in Week 4 against the […] The post Eagles Got Rejected By 3-Time Pro Bowler Before Signing Joe Milton: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
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