Cowboys Castoff Joe Milton Gets Career News After Sudden Cut

Key Points:

• Joe Milton cleared NFL waivers without a claim, making a return to the Dallas Cowboys practice squad the likely next step, as the team expressed interest in keeping him in some capacity.
• The Cowboys waived Milton to make room for running back Emari Demercado, opting to carry only two quarterbacks—Dak Prescott and Sam Howell—due to roster constraints linked to a new defensive scheme.
• The decision favored Sam Howell as the No. 2 quarterback after evaluating offseason performance, with both players posting similar preseason stats, but Howell edging out Milton as the “best choice for the team.”
• Milton is known for his exceptional arm strength, athleticism, and size, traits praised by Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer, who sees potential in him despite acknowledging that arm talent alone doesn’t guarantee a starting role.
• Dallas prefers to keep developing Milton as their third quarterback, and with no other teams claiming him, the choice now lies with Milton to accept a practice squad role in Dallas or explore opportunities elsewhere.