Cowboys sign QB Joe Milton to practice squad

Cowboys sign QB Joe Milton to practice squad

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The Dallas Cowboys signed quarterback Joe Milton to their practice squad on 2 September, making him the third-string option behind Dak Prescott and Sam Howell, NBC Sports reported. Milton had been waived on 22 August as the team trimmed its roster, leaving Prescott and Howell as the only quarterbacks on the active list.

Earlier in the preseason, Milton threw two touchdowns and ran for another, helping Dallas build a 24-6 halftime lead over the Arizona Cardinals, USA Today noted. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer said the backup competition remained close between Milton and Howell as the roster deadline approached, NBC Sports quoted.

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Brian Schottenheimer Joe Milton III Dak Prescott Jonathan Mingo Dallas Cowboys Arizona Cardinals

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Dallas, Texas, United States

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September 02, 2026
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Dallas Cowboys add quarterback Joe Milton to practice squad
Dallas Cowboys add quarterback Joe Milton to practice squad

NBC Sports • 02 Sep 21:20

Dallas signed quarterback Joe Milton to its practice squad, where he will serve as the third-string QB behind Dak Prescott and Sam Howell.

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September 01, 2026
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Cowboys aim to re-sign quarterback Joe Milton to practice squad
Cowboys aim to re-sign quarterback Joe Milton to practice squad

NBC Sports • 01 Sep 20:02

Dallas released QB Joe Milton but indicated they intend to bring him back as a third-string quarterback if he clears waivers.

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August 31, 2026
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Cowboys Release Backup QB Joe Milton, Sam Howell Named New Backup
Cowboys Release Backup QB Joe Milton, Sam Howell Named New Backup

Bleacher Report • 31 Aug 20:24

The Dallas Cowboys waived quarterback Joe Milton, promoting Sam Howell to the backup role behind Dak Prescott, while Milton is expected to attract interest from teams needing depth at the position.

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Dallas Cowboys waive quarterback Joe Milton, leaving Sam Howell as sole backup
Dallas Cowboys waive quarterback Joe Milton, leaving Sam Howell as sole backup

NBC Sports • 31 Aug 20:09

The Dallas Cowboys released QB Joe Milton, reducing their quarterback depth to Dak Prescott and Sam Howell, while adding running back Emari Demercado to the roster.

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August 25, 2026
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Dallas Cowboys evaluate backup quarterback race ahead of roster deadline
Dallas Cowboys evaluate backup quarterback race ahead of roster deadline

NBC Sports • 25 Aug 11:51

Dallas head coach Brian Schottenheimer said the competition between Sam Howell and Joe Milton remains close as the team approaches its final preseason game and the 53-man roster cut.

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August 23, 2026
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Cowboys evaluate backup quarterback options after Milton's strong preseason showing
Cowboys evaluate backup quarterback options after Milton's strong preseason showing

NBC Sports • 23 Aug 13:55

Dallas head coach Brian Schottenheimer said the competition for the backup quarterback spot remains open despite Joe Milton's solid performance against the Cardinals.

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Backup quarterback Joe Milton leads Cowboys to 24-6 halftime lead in preseason win over Cardinals
Backup quarterback Joe Milton leads Cowboys to 24-6 halftime lead in preseason win over Cardinals

USA Today • 23 Aug 03:53

Joe Milton III threw for two touchdowns and ran for another as the Dallas Cowboys built a 24-6 lead at halftime against the Arizona Cardinals in a preseason game.

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