New England Patriots quarterback Joe Milton III scored the first touchdown of his NFL career on Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. The rookie quarterback ran it in from a yard out to give the Patriots a 7-0 lead following the extra point.

So Maye went to the sideline. Rookie seventh round pick Joe Milton emerged in his place — a decision that let the Patriots better understand what the young, rocket-armed quarterback was capable of while enhancing the team’s chance of locking in the top overall pick.

Joe Milton III threw for one touchdown and rushed for another in his NFL debut to guide the New England Patriots to a 23-16 victory over the Buffalo Bills on Sunday afternoon in Foxborough, Mass.

New England Patriots quarterback Joe Milton III was nominated for the Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Week award for Week 18. Milton joined a group of nominees that also includes Nate Wiggins of the Baltimore Ravens,

New England Patriots’ rookie quarterback Joe Milton IIII is generating significant trade interest across the NFL. Following his stellar performance in Week 18 against the Buffalo Bills, multiple teams have reportedly contacted the Patriots to inquire about Milton’s availability.