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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.
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Howell's 17-game starting experience won out over Milton's developmental upside.

The Cowboys valued Howell's readiness and experience over Joe Milton's upside, choosing Howell as the quarterback they trust more if Prescott misses time. Howell started all 17 games for Washington in 2023, giving him significantly more starting experience than Milton's four regular-season appearances.

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