Cowboys want Joe Milton back on the practice squad
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Key Points:
- The Dallas Cowboys waived quarterback Joe Milton to create a roster spot after claiming running back Emari Demercado, with plans to sign Milton back to the practice squad.
- Sam Howell was named the backup quarterback to Dak Prescott, edging out Milton based on overall training camp performance despite Milton's strong preseason showing.
- Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer and executive VP Stephen Jones expressed a desire to keep Milton as the team's third quarterback, pending him clearing waivers.
- Milton completed 29 of 43 passes for 378 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions during the preseason, also contributing a rushing touchdown.
- The Cowboys acquired Milton from New England in a trade involving a 2025 fifth-round pick, and he served as Prescott’s backup last season.
