Dallas Cowboys have acquired QB Joe Milton III from the New England Patriots. Like Washington, this trade would be to improve their QB depth quite a bit. Milton was picked by the Patriots in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Last year, he was the team’s 3rd QB, taking a backseat to starters Drake Maye and Jacoby Brissett. Milton flashed his promise in the Patriots’ season-ending victory over the Buffalo Bills. Now, this move comes on the heels of that excellent performance.
In that decisive game, Milton led the Patriots to a victory, completing 22 of 29 passes for 241 yards and a touchdown. He rushed for a third TD, further displaying elite quarterback athleticism. This home run went a long way toward solidifying the team’s success in a key playoff matchup. His power-packed performance left an unforgettable impression of his talents. It caught the eye of the Cowboys’ front office, which was intent on shoring up its own backup quarterback situation.
As announced in the terms of the trade agreement, the Cowboys will send the Patriots that fifth-round pick in 2025, which will be No. 171 overall. In exchange, they’ll get a 2025 seventh-rounder back, No. 217 overall. This strategic exchange reflects Dallas’s commitment to enhancing its quarterback lineup amid concerns about Dak Prescott’s health. Prescott has dealt with serious injuries and missed games in four of the last five years. Before the surgery to repair a torn hamstring that he incurred in a midseason game against the Atlanta Falcons, reactions were widely mixed.
That’s how many years Cooper Rush just signed for the Baltimore Ravens, guaranteeing him $4.2 million. This decision sent the Cowboys scurrying to find more of a sure-fire backup. Milton’s acquisition is seen as a proactive measure to ensure that the team maintains a strong offensive presence, regardless of Prescott’s availability. Milton is clearly a player that has impressed team officials as they continue to build him towards this new role.
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