Patriots Trade Joe Milton III to Cowboys for Draft Pick Swap

The Cowboys acquire Milton as a backup quarterback option, while the Patriots affirm their commitment to Drake Maye as their starter.

The New England Patriots traded quarterback Joe Milton III and a 2025 seventh-round pick to the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for a 2025 fifth-round pick.
Milton, a sixth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, impressed in his lone NFL appearance, completing 22 of 29 passes for 241 yards and two total touchdowns.
Dallas addressed its quarterback depth after losing Cooper Rush and Trey Lance in free agency, positioning Milton as Dak Prescott's backup.
The Patriots prioritized Milton's preference for Dallas over reportedly better trade offers from other teams, reflecting a player-centric approach.
Milton’s rookie contract provides Dallas with a cost-effective developmental option, while New England solidifies its quarterback room around Drake Maye and Joshua Dobbs.