Giants vs. Eagles live updates, inactives, where to watch: J.J. McCarthy returns from bye as Joe Milton III gets first career start over Tanner McKee for Philadelphia

Six consecutive losses by the Philadelphia Eagles might prevent this Week 9 matchup with the New York Giants from being a classic NFC East clash. But the Giants currently lead their division at 4-2-1 and, to stay on top, these are the types of games they have to win.

Adding to the intrigue of this game is Joe Milton III starting at quarterback for the Eagles. Milton, 26, has fascinated fans and coaches going back to his college days because he's built like a prototype for the position and has a rocket launcher for an arm. But that hasn't translated into consistent success.

Sunday's game will be Milton's first career NFL start. However, he could have a rough time against a Giants pass defense that ranks third in the NFL in yards allowed and sixth in points allowed.

J.J. McCarthy will make his second start for the Giants and might improve upon his performance in last week's win over the Houston Texans. McCarthy threw for 252 yards and could match or surpass those numbers against the Eagles' fifth-worst defense in the NFL. Cam Skattebo might be in line for his second consecutive 100-yard rushing game with Philadelphia posting the league's third-worst rushing defense.

Follow along with Yahoo Sports for live updates, highlights and more as the Giants and Eagles face off for an NFC East showdown in Week 9.