Overview
- An ESPN 53-man projection published this week lists only Dak Prescott and Sam Howell as the Cowboys’ active quarterbacks, putting Joe Milton at risk of missing the initial roster.
- Dallas guaranteed Howell $2 million when it signed him in March, a financial commitment that analysts say increases the team’s incentive to keep him as the primary backup.
- Joe Milton appeared in limited game action last season and carries mixed evaluations for decision-making despite a strong arm, which contributes to the prediction that he could be cut or moved to the practice squad.
- Keeping only two active quarterbacks would free a roster spot the Cowboys can use to add defensive help such as an extra defensive lineman or cornerback, which is the stated rationale in the projection.
- Training camp and preseason reps remain the decisive period to confirm the backup plan, and placing Milton on the practice squad would expose him to being signed by another team as roster needs evolve.