History of Joe Milton in Timeline

Joseph Jay Milton is an American football quarterback currently playing for the New England Patriots in the NFL. He was drafted by the Patriots in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL draft. Prior to his professional career, Milton played college football for both the Michigan Wolverines and the Tennessee Volunteers, showcasing his talent at the collegiate level before transitioning to the NFL.

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March 6, 2000: Joseph Milton's Birth

On March 6, 2000, Joseph Jay Milton was born. He later became a professional football quarterback.

2003: Anquan Boldin's NFL Career Start

In 2003, Anquan Boldin, Milton's cousin, began his NFL career.

2009: Most Touchdowns Since 2009

In 2023, Milton had a performance that marked the most touchdowns accounted for by a Volunteer in a single game since 2009.

2016: Anquan Boldin's NFL Retirement

In 2016, Anquan Boldin, Milton's cousin, retired from the NFL after a successful career, including a Super Bowl win.

2018: Backup Quarterback at Michigan

In 2018, Milton began his career at Michigan, serving as a backup quarterback to Shea Patterson.

2019: Continued as Backup at Michigan

In 2019, Milton continued as a backup quarterback at Michigan, playing in a total of eight games over two years.

2020: Michigan's Starting Quarterback

In 2020, Milton became Michigan's starting quarterback after Dylan McCaffrey's transfer, starting the first three games of a shortened season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021: Transfer to Tennessee and Injury

In 2021, Milton transferred to Tennessee and was initially named the team's starter. However, during the second game against Pittsburgh, he suffered an injury, leading to Hendon Hooker taking over as quarterback.

2022: Starter for the Orange Bowl

In 2022, after Hooker's season-ending injury, Milton became the starter and led Tennessee to a victory in the Orange Bowl against Clemson, earning MVP honors.

2023: Starting Quarterback for Tennessee

In 2023, Milton started as the Volunteers' quarterback. He led the team to an 8-4 record and set a program record for the longest rushing play by a quarterback. He opted out of the bowl game at the end of the season.

May 10, 2024: Signed Rookie Contract

On May 10, 2024, Milton signed his rookie contract with the New England Patriots and was named the third-string quarterback for the 2024 season.

2024: Drafted into the NFL

In 2024, Milton was selected by the New England Patriots in the sixth round of the NFL draft.

January 5, 2025: NFL Debut

On January 5, 2025, Milton made his NFL debut for the Patriots against the Buffalo Bills. He played after relieving Maye and contributed to the Patriots' victory.