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It seems the simplest answer is that the Cowboys apparently valued Sam Howell's readiness and experience over Milton's upside, which they still see as a project. Howell has significantly more starting experience, having started all 17 games for Washington in 2023, while Milton has only four regular-season appearances in his career.
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Cowboys prioritized Howell's experience over Milton's developmental upside.

The Cowboys valued Sam Howell's readiness and experience over Milton's upside, viewing Milton as a project. Howell started all 17 games for Washington in 2023, while Milton has only four regular-season appearances in his career. The source indicates the Cowboys chose the quarterback they appear to trust more if Prescott misses time.

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