Cowboys QB Joe Milton: “I don’t understand why people say I throw the ball so hard. I’m literally not throwing the ball hard. It just comes off my hand like that. I was born and blessed that way. If you think I’m throwing the ball hard, you shouldn’t be in the NFL.” pic.twitter.com/NckKVb7WCU

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Andrew Booth (25) intercepts a pass intended for Baltimore Ravens wide receiver LaJohntay Wester (83) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game at AT&T Stadium, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 in Arlington.

When fans and media talk about Dallas Cowboys quarterback Joe Milton, the first thing they usually mention is the former Tennessee Vols standout's rocket arm.

ARLINGTON, Texas -- The Dallas Cowboys knew they were getting a young backup quarterback that needed development when they acquired Joe Milton in a trade from the New England Patriots this offseason.

The Dallas Cowboys traded for Joe Milton III from the New England Patriots earlier this offseason with the expectation that he would immediately slide in as the

The Dallas Cowboys are pleased with their cheap offseason trade with the New England Patriots to acquire QB Joe Milton ... so much so that he's spent all of training camp as the No. 2 guy behind Dak Prescott.

For the second straight preseason game, the former New England Patriots backup quarterback was a disappointment. This time, it was a 31-13 loss to the Baltimore Ravens where he completed 50% of his passes, threw a pick and was sacked for a safety.

The Cowboys have not been able to evaluate their down-roster weapons because of lackluster QB play from Joe Milton.