During the 2025 NFL offseason, the Dallas Cowboys acquired young quarterback Joe Milton in a trade.
Dallas traded a fifth-round pick in the 2025 draft to the New England Patriots for Milton, who showed promise in a Week 18 win over the Buffalo Bills in his rookie season. The Cowboys also received a seventh-round pick in the 2025 draft as part of the deal. Surprised by the trade after a short stint with the Patriots, Milton expressed gratitude for the opportunity to join the Cowboys. He is looking forward to developing under the guidance of veteran quarterback Dak Prescott, who is returning from a hamstring injury.
Milton’s addition is part of a restructuring of the Cowboys’ quarterback room, with previous backups Cooper Rush and Trey Lance no longer on the team. Milton will compete with veteran Will Grier for the backup role, with his athleticism and strong arm giving him an advantage. Despite the competition, Milton values the opportunity to learn from Prescott and Grier as he aims to establish himself in the NFL. The Cowboys’ quarterback room is a positive environment in which each player’s unique strengths contribute to the group’s collective growth.
