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Milton finished the preseason completing 29 of 43 passes for 378 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions... the Cowboys apparently valued Sam Howell's readiness and experience over Milton's upside, which they still see as a project.
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Milton's strong preseason (378 yards, 3 TDs) wasn't enough; Cowboys chose Howell's experience over his upside.

Released by Cowboys despite strong preseason performance (29-of-43, 378 yards, 3 TDs, 0 INTs, including 179-yard, 2-TD game vs. Arizona with a 70-yard TD pass). Cowboys valued Sam Howell's readiness and starting experience (17 games for Washington in 2023) over Milton's upside, viewing him as a developmental project with only four career regular-season appearances. Milton was the backup choice if Dak Prescott misses time, but Cowboys preferred Howell's proven experience. Milton cleared waivers and is a free agent; Cowboys expressed interest in practice squad return but Milton's acceptance remains unclear.

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