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That's why it made perfect sense for the Cowboys to hedge their bets and sign free agent quarterback Sam Howell. The veteran came with his own baggage, but at least now the team could decide between the lesser of two evils after a good old training camp battle.
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Cowboys signed Howell as backup competition; described as 'lesser of two evils' option.

The Cowboys signed free agent Sam Howell to compete with Milton for the backup quarterback role after Milton's inconsistent first season. JJ Zachariason describes Howell as coming 'with his own baggage' but notes the signing allowed the team to 'decide between the lesser of two evils after a good old training camp battle.' This suggests Howell was brought in as insurance and a competitive option rather than a clear upgrade.

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