Dallas Cowboys defeat Arizona Cardinals 34-13 in preseason matchup

The Dallas Cowboys secured a 34-13 preseason victory over the Arizona Cardinals, highlighted by a strong performance from rookie quarterback Joe Milton III. Milton, competing for the backup role behind Dak Prescott, completed 9 of 13 passes for 176 yards, throwing two touchdowns and rushing for a score. His performance has placed him ahead of Sam Howell in the quarterback competition, though coaching staff noted that the battle is far from over.

Other notable performances included running back Jaydon Blue, who led the team with 75 yards on 15 carries, and rookie linebacker Jaishawn Barham, who recorded five tackles and a tackle for loss in his debut. On the defensive side, cornerback Shavon Revel recorded an interception.

The win comes amidst significant roster decisions for Dallas. The team faces a crunch in depth at several positions, including running back and defensive end, as they prepare to trim the roster to 53 players. The Cardinals' offense was led by Gardner Minshew II, who completed 19 of 23 passes, while their defense struggled to contain the Cowboys' explosive plays and run game.