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Dallas Cowboys finalize backup QB and roster cuts

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Dallas Cowboys preseason finalize backup QB and roster competition cuts

The Dallas Cowboys are navigating have concluded their preseason roster decisions competition, officially naming Sam Howell as the preseason concludes. While quarterback Dak Prescott caused a brief injury scare during practice, he appeared to recover quickly without significant issue. A primary focus of the roster competition is the backup quarterback position. to Dak Prescott. The decision follows a highly competitive battle with Joe Milton III has emerged as a standout performer following III. While Milton showed significant promise early in the preseason, including a preseason game strong performance against the Arizona Cardinals, where he recorded 179 passing yards, two touchdowns, and a rushing touchdown. His recent efficiency has intensified the competition with veteran free agent Sam Howell, making less productive final outing against the decision difficult New Orleans Saints—where he completed 8 of 15 passes for coach 92 yards—preceded his release. Coach Brian Schottenheimer. Milton’s rising profile has led Schottenheimer characterized the competition between Milton and Howell as ‘neck and neck’ prior to speculation that the final roster moves. As the team finalized its 53-man depth chart, the Cowboys could potentially trade him to acquire draft assets, waived Milton, though he may remain with teams like the Cleveland Browns noted organization if he clears waivers and joins the practice squad. To bolster the roster during these cuts, the team claimed running back Emari Demercado off waivers. Other players, such as possible suitors. wide receiver Jonathan Mingo and outside linebacker Sam Williams, also saw their standings improve due to preseason performances as the team approached the final cut deadline.

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  1. 2026-08-31 21:40 UTC Dallas Cowboys finalize backup QB and roster cuts
  2. 2026-08-26 16:52 UTC Dallas Cowboys preseason roster competition

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