Dallas Cowboys release quarterback Joe Milton following preseason competition
14 sources • 3 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 8:13 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys released quarterback Joe Milton on Monday after the second-year player lost a roster battle to Sam Howell. Originally drafted by the New England Patriots in 2024, Milton was later traded to Dallas where he served as a backup to Dak Prescott. During his tenure with the Cowboys, he appeared in four games, completing 62.5% of his passes for 183 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. Analysts now link the free agent to the Jacksonville Jaguars and the New York Jets as a potential developmental depth option. While the Jaguars currently roster Quinn Ewers as their primary backup, the Jets are evaluating options behind veteran starter Geno Smith and rookie Cade Klubnik. Milton remains unsigned as he looks for a new team to continue his professional career.
- •The Dallas Cowboys released Joe Milton on Monday.
- •Milton lost the backup quarterback competition to Sam Howell.
- •He played in four games for Dallas last season.
- •The Jacksonville Jaguars and New York Jets are potential landing spots for the quarterback.
- 8:13 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys Waived QB Makes Bold ‘Best Quarterback’ Claim After Rejoining Dallas
- 3:09 AMYahoo Sports — “I’m Still the Best Quarterback”: Joe Milton Issues Strong Response After Choosing to Rejoin Cowboys Following Roster Cut
- 10:19 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys Insider: Joe Milton Can Still Win Dak Prescott Backup Job
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Brian Schottenheimer says he's "elated" to have Joe Milton on Cowboys' practice squad
- 11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys Coach Reacted to 6-Foot-5, 236-Pound QB Returning to Dallas
- 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys to re-sign QB Joe Milton to their practice squad
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Dallas Cowboys sign QB Joe Milton to practice squad
- 2:26 PMPro Football Network — ‘Did Jerry Jones Blackmail the 31 Other Teams?’ – NFL Fans React As Ex-Cowboys QB Joe Milton III Clears Waivers - profootballnetwork.com
"Joe Milton III looked set to make the Cowboys’ 53-man roster, but the Dallas Cowboys waived him after adding another running back. It was a surprising move after Milton’s solid preseason. Milton cleared waivers and returned to the Cowboys’ practice squad. Now, he is waiting for another chance to prove himself. Confident Joe Milton III […] The post Cowboys Waived QB Makes Bold ‘Best Quarterback’ Claim After Rejoining Dallas appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
"The Dallas Cowboys were able to surprise many by bringing back quarterback Joe Milton III to the practice squad. Milton was waived by the Cowboys just mere days after the team finalized the 53-man roster. After clearing waivers, he decided to return to Dallas after going through his options. While many were surprised that Milton […] The post Cowboys Coach Reacted to 6-Foot-5, 236-Pound QB Returning to Dallas appeared first on HEAVY.
"Just a week ago, the Dallas Cowboys waived Joe Milton III and decided that Sam Howell would be Dak Prescott’s backup for the 2026 season. But just a couple of days later, Milton decided to get back to Dallas as a practice squad member.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 8:13 PMCowboys Waived QB Makes Bold ‘Best Quarterback’ Claim After Rejoining Dallas
Joe Milton III looked set to make the Cowboys’ 53-man roster, but the Dallas Cowboys waived him after adding another running back. It was a surprising move after Milton’s solid preseason. Milton cleared waivers and returned to the Cowboys’ practice squad. Now, he is waiting for another chance to prove himself. Confident Joe Milton III […] The post Cowboys Waived QB Makes Bold ‘Best Quarterback’ Claim After Rejoining Dallas appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 3:09 AM“I’m Still the Best Quarterback”: Joe Milton Issues Strong Response After Choosing to Rejoin Cowboys Following Roster Cut
Just a week ago, the Dallas Cowboys waived Joe Milton III and decided that Sam Howell would be Dak Prescott’s backup for the 2026 season. But just a couple of days later, Milton decided to get back to Dallas as a practice squad member.
- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 10:19 PMCowboys Insider: Joe Milton Can Still Win Dak Prescott Backup Job
Milton has landed back on the practice squad, and one coach couldn't be happier.
- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 3:35 PMBrian Schottenheimer says he's "elated" to have Joe Milton on Cowboys' practice squad
When the Cowboys waived quarterback Joe Milton, they knew they wanted him back on the practice squad, but they weren't sure if another team would claim him on waivers, or persuade him to join a different practice squad.
- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 11:54 PMCowboys Coach Reacted to 6-Foot-5, 236-Pound QB Returning to Dallas
The Dallas Cowboys were able to surprise many by bringing back quarterback Joe Milton III to the practice squad. Milton was waived by the Cowboys just mere days after the team finalized the 53-man roster. After clearing waivers, he decided to return to Dallas after going through his options. While many were surprised that Milton […] The post Cowboys Coach Reacted to 6-Foot-5, 236-Pound QB Returning to Dallas appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 9:15 PMCowboys to re-sign QB Joe Milton to their practice squad
Joe Milton is back!
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 9:07 PMDallas Cowboys sign QB Joe Milton to practice squad
Brian Schottenheimer said it was a 'very, very hard decision' to let the quarterback go earlier this week.
- Pro Football NetworkSep 2, 2026, 2:26 PM‘Did Jerry Jones Blackmail the 31 Other Teams?’ – NFL Fans React As Ex-Cowboys QB Joe Milton III Clears Waivers - profootballnetwork.com
Joe Milton III cleared waivers after being cut by Dallas, prompting NFL fans to question why no team claimed the former Cowboys QB.
- Heavy.comSep 1, 2026, 10:40 PMCowboys Castoff Joe Milton Gets Career News After Sudden Cut - heavy.com
Former Cowboys quarterback Joe Milton received career news after his sudden release by Dallas as he looks to continue his NFL career.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 9:44 PMCowboys QB Joe Milton clears waivers, here's what's next
The Cowboys appeared ready to roll with three QBs on the roster, but a late change saw Milton hit the waiver wire. 24 hours later, what's next?
- NBCSports.comSep 1, 2026, 8:02 PMCowboys want Joe Milton back on the practice squad - NBC Sports
In a bit of a surprise move, the Cowboys waived quarterback Joe Milton on Monday.
- profootballrumors.comSep 1, 2026, 7:18 PMCowboys Waive QB Joe Milton - NFL Rumors - ProFootballRumors.com
Joe Milton has lost the Cowboys' backup quarterback competition, and he is headed to waivers.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 2:49 PM6 best Joe Milton landing spots after Cowboys waive backup QB
The Cowboys parted ways with backup QB Joe Milton after initially including him on their 53-man roster. Here's where he could play next.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 1:00 PMJoe Milton News: 2 Team Linked to Released QB
Joe Milton is no longer a member of the Dallas Cowboys, but the former sixth-round pick should find a new home as a high-end backup
Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Oct 17, 2026, 11:50 PM3 keys for Packers offense vs. Cowboys defense: Capitalize on mistakes- NFL•Oct 17, 2026, 10:31 PMFormer Broncos GM John Beake, architect of back-to-back Super Bowl champions, dies at 87
NFL•Oct 17, 2026, 10:05 PMSources: Eagles QB Hurts placed on IR, expected to be out indefinitely
NFL•Oct 17, 2026, 9:00 PMCowboys need to approach the next two games as must wins
NFL•Oct 17, 2026, 8:52 PMBears could get back their 'explosiveness' with Caleb Williams return
NFL•Oct 17, 2026, 8:30 PMHouston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game in London is a cable exclusive. How to watch for free
