Cowboys backup QB competition "neck and neck" heading into preseason finale
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Key Points:
- The Dallas Cowboys have not yet decided on a backup quarterback, with Sam Howell and Joe Milton both performing well in preseason games.
- Head coach Brian Schottenheimer described Milton's performances as "beautiful" and acknowledged Howell has made many plays, indicating the competition is very close.
- Howell started the first preseason game, but Milton played well in two appearances, keeping the battle for the backup role ongoing.
- The Cowboys hope to avoid using either backup in meaningful regular-season snaps, but Dak Prescott's injury history makes the competition critical.
- The quarterback competition will remain a key focus as the team approaches the roster cutdown to 53 players on August 30.
