Milton Stays, Prescott Backs Him | Dallas Cowboys News

0:00On September 8th, so the Dallas Cowboys made a move, cutting quarterback Joe Milton III and naming Sam Howe as Dak Prescott's backup for the upcoming season. Milton was apparently pretty surprised by this, but he didn't let it shake his confidence. He put up some solid numbers in the preseason, throwing for over 370 yards and three touchdowns, even though he hasn't seen much. Regular season action in his two years. Despite being waived, Milton decided to head back to Dallas, signing on to their practice squad. He said it wasn't a tough decision, trusting the relationships he's built with the team and their commitment to his development. He's got this whole, everything happens for a reason vibe going on, and it seems like he believes in the process. Head coach Brian Shottenheimer admitted they were lucky to get Milton back, noting that many teams could have easily picked him up off-wavers given, his talent. Even Dak Prescott was surprised, Milton wasn't claimed, calling him a hell of a player who makes their quarterback room and the whole team better.

1:02He specifically highlighted Milton's strong arm and competitive spirit. Milton himself is apparently still feeling good about his abilities, even after the roster cut. He's got the backing of the franchise quarterback and the coach, and he's focused on continuing to improve his game. It sounds like he's got the talent and the support to keep pushing forward. This situation shows how quickly things can change in the NFL, especially at the quarterback position. With Milton back on the practice squad and the team's confidence in him, it'll be interesting to see how his journey with the Cowboys unfolds. From your team, powered by AI, this is Dallas Cowboys News Today.