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Cowboys Hand Joe Milton Final Preseason Start as Backup Decision Looms

Dallas is evaluating its recent trade acquisition after an uneven August.

Joe Milton III #10 of the Dallas Cowboys looks to pass during the first half of the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium on August 16, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.
Aug 16, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Joe Milton III (10) talks with Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Malik Cunningham (12) after the game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Head coach Brian Schottenheimer said Joe Milton will start Friday’s preseason finale against the Falcons, and Dak Prescott will not play.
  • In two games, Milton has led 17 full drives that produced one touchdown and four field goals with two interceptions and a safety allowed on a sack.
  • Schottenheimer reiterated he is not panicked and said the staff needs more evaluation, pointing to Milton’s footwork and timing as areas to clean up.
  • Milton responded to critiques of his velocity by saying the ball simply comes off his hand fast and that anyone who thinks he throws too hard should not be in the NFL.
  • Multiple outlets frame the game as a last audition and report Dallas could weigh veteran options such as Case Keenum if Milton and in-house alternative Will Grier, who has not appeared in a game since 2019, do not solidify the role.