Dallas Cowboys Trade QB Joe Milton to Patriots for Fifth-Round Pick

The Dallas Cowboys have acquired quarterback Joe Milton III from the New England Patriots in a trade that also included a seventh-round pick, in exchange for a fifth-round pick. NFL insider Adam Schefter described the deal as beneficial for both teams, noting Milton's desire for a fresh start due to competition for the starting position in New England. The Cowboys, having lost other quarterbacks to free agency, see Milton as a cost-effective option at just $3.5 million over the next three seasons. This trade is part of a series of successful offseason moves for Dallas, which have included acquiring other players for late-round picks. Milton, expressing excitement about joining the Cowboys, sees this as an opportunity to develop under Dak Prescott's guidance. The trade reflects the Cowboys' strategic approach to bolster their roster while managing salary cap implications effectively.