Cowboys Release Milton, Hope to Bring Him Back | Dallas News

Dallas Cowboys surprise fans by releasing backup QB Joe Milton just days after finalizing their 53-man roster — but it’s not goodbye. With the addition of RB Emari Demercado from Kansas City, the Cowboys made room for him, and Milton was the casualty. Yet, the move is strategic: they hope he clears waivers and returns to the practice squad, where he can continue developing. Milton, who nearly beat out Sam Howell for the backup spot, has the talent but needs consistency. The Cowboys still believe in him — and this could be the push he needs to take his game to the next level. 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/b196d7d8f7ade963