Cowboys Backup Battle and Future Stars | Dallas Cowboys News

The Dallas Cowboys stunned fans by cutting Joe Milton despite his strong preseason, opting instead for Sam Howell as Dak Prescott’s backup — a move prioritizing NFL experience over raw potential. Coach Schottenheimer praised Milton’s growth but leaned on Howell’s proven execution. Milton may still land on the practice squad. Meanwhile, running back Emari Demercado returns to Dallas, thrilled to reconnect with former coach Klayton Adams who helped shape his game. Veteran Michael Irvin is pushing hard: it’s time for the Cowboys to win now — a whole generation of fans hasn’t seen them in a title, and he insists they’re still “America’s Team.” The team’s roster moves signal a clear focus on immediate impact over long-term development. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6f3255f930bf14c6