Cowboys consider backup trades as preseason progresses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:22 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys may evaluate trading backup players as the preseason continues. Coach Brian Schottenheimer has held starters out of exhibition games, allowing backups to showcase their ability. Players like QB Joe Milton, OL TJ Bass, and WR Camden Brown could be considered potential trade assets. Milton has impressed observers and may draw interest from teams needing quarterback depth. Bass, while not fully secure, could start for other teams if given the opportunity. Brown's performance in practice and exhibitions could influence his status on the roster ahead of cutdown day.
- •Cowboys are evaluating their backup players during preseason.
- •Joe Milton shows promise as backup quarterback.
- •TJ Bass may be a trade candidate due to offensive line depth.
- •Camden Brown's performance could affect his roster spot.
- •Cutdown day looming as teams finalize rosters.
- 8:22 PMYahoo Sports — Would you trade any of these Cowboys backups for a 3rd Round Pick?
"The Cowboys probably wouldn't move off their depth, but these three players might command serious compensation on th trade market.
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