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Cowboys waive QB Joe Milton

The Dallas Cowboys have cut quarterback Joe Milton, leaving Sam Howell as Dak Prescott's backup.

By · Published August 31, 2026 at 21:28 UTC · Updated August 31, 2026 at 23:24 UTC

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The brief

The Dallas Cowboys have waived quarterback Joe Milton. The move was confirmed by the team and reported by multiple outlets, including Bleacher Report, NFL.com, ESPN, and NBC Sports. The Cowboys have named Sam Howell as the new backup quarterback behind Dak Prescott.

The Cowboys' decision to waive Milton comes as a surprise to some, given his potential. Milton's release opens up a spot for another quarterback in free agency, with several teams potentially interested in his services. Milton's future remains uncertain.

He is now an unrestricted free agent and can sign with any team. Bleacher Report has speculated on potential landing spots for Milton, but coverage does not yet specify which teams have expressed interest in signing him.

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Why did the Cowboys waive Joe Milton?

The Cowboys have not publicly stated their reasons for waiving Joe Milton. However, the move allows them to promote Sam Howell to the backup quarterback position.

Who is Sam Howell?

Sam Howell is a quarterback who was drafted by the Cowboys in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft. He will now serve as the backup to Dak Prescott.

What are Joe Milton's next steps?

Joe Milton is now an unrestricted free agent. He can sign with any team that is interested in his services. Bleacher Report has speculated on potential landing spots, but coverage does not yet specify which teams have expressed interest.

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Joe Milton Dallas Cowboys NFL Sam Howell Dak Prescott NFL Free Agency

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