The Dallas Cowboys have traded with the New England Patriots to acquire Joe Milton III as their backup quarterback. This move follows the Cowboys' earlier efforts to develop quarterback Trey Lance, which did not yield the expected results.
The trade was facilitated by the Patriots' strong quarterback lineup, including franchise quarterback Drake Maye and new signing Joshua Dobbs. In exchange for Milton, the Cowboys sent a late-round pick, specifically the 171st overall selection, to New England, which allows Dallas to shift to the 217th pick in the 2025 draft.
Milton previously showed promise during his one-game debut in 2024, but concerns arose during training camp regarding his readiness for a starting role. He had limited playing time last season, mostly in games that were already decided. To strengthen their quarterback options, the Cowboys also signed free agent Sam Howell, who brings more experience.
Recent practices have indicated that Milton has made notable improvements, demonstrating better decision-making and composure in the pocket. As the Cowboys assess their quarterback strategy for the upcoming season, fans in Princeton may look forward to seeing how Milton performs.
