Patriots Trade Joe Milton III to Cowboys, Solidifying Drake Maye's Role

The New England Patriots sent backup quarterback Joe Milton III to the Dallas Cowboys for a fifth-round pick, prioritizing team culture and avoiding internal competition.

• Joe Milton III, unhappy with his backup role, was traded by the Patriots to the Cowboys for a fifth-round draft pick, along with a seventh-round pick from New England.
• Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel emphasized the importance of team culture and stability, choosing to avoid a potential quarterback controversy with starter Drake Maye.
• Milton, now with the Cowboys, is expected to serve as a developmental backup behind Dak Prescott, with no immediate path to a starting role.
• The trade reflects the Patriots' commitment to building around Maye while the Cowboys aim to strengthen their quarterback depth after losing backup Cooper Rush to free agency.
• Some analysts criticized the Patriots' decision, suggesting they could have gained more value by trading Maye instead of Milton.

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