Overview
- The Cowboys waived Milton on Monday to free a 53-man roster spot after they claimed running back Emari Demercado.
- Milton passed through waivers unclaimed and chose to rejoin Dallas on the practice squad on Wednesday despite reported interest from multiple teams.
- Coaches and executives publicly said they wanted him back and pointed to his strong preseason numbers of 29-of-43 for 378 yards and three touchdowns as reason to continue developing him.
- Media commentators and former players criticized the timing of the cut as protecting the starter Dak Prescott, and local reporting says Milton is frustrated by being demoted despite re-signing.
- Kept on the practice squad, Milton remains one step from the active roster and could be elevated if injuries or performance issues force Dallas to add a third quarterback, preserving his development without using a 53-man spot.