The Dallas Cowboys’ quarterback depth chart is not overcrowded, with only two options being considered for Dak Prescott’s backup role. However, despite Joe Milton III’s strong preseason performance during preseason, Brian Schottenheimer has yet to make a final decision.
“This is long from over,” the head coach said during his press conference. “We’re going back to Frisco, thankfully, get a chance to be home and put some more training camp days in. You’ve got to give Joe his credit, he’s played really well the past two games, but we have a lot of confidence in Sam as well.”
The main options to eventually replace Prescott during the season come down to just two names: Joe Milton III and Sam Howell. With one preseason game still to play, Schottenheimer still has an important decision to make.
Milton III makes strong impression against Cardinals
America’s Team has been showing a strong performance this preseason, with two wins in two games so far. In their latest outing, a 34-13 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, Joe Milton III made the most of his opportunity.
Joe Milton III #10 of the Dallas Cowboys drops back to pass during the first quarter.
The former Tennessee Volunteers quarterback started the game at State Farm Stadium, going 9-of-13 for 179 yards and a touchdown. Howell, who replaced him, went 7-of-10 for 65 yards and an interception.
Will Prescott see action in the preseason?
AT&T Stadium will host the Dallas Cowboys’ final preseason game on August 28, against the New Orleans Saints. As Schottenheimer indicated weeks ago, Dak Prescott is unlikely to see any action.
The reasons behind this decision are more than clear: to preserve the health of their biggest star and have him enter the 2026 NFL season at 100%. This year, the Cowboys want to compete for the NFC East and, why not, dream of returning to the Super Bowl.
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