Cowboys waive Milton, name Howell backup QB
The Cowboys named Sam Howell as the team's backup QB after waiving Joe Milton III on Monday to make room for free agent RB Emari Demercado.
The Dallas Cowboys made a significant move on Monday, waiving quarterback Joe Milton III to make room for newly signed running back Emari Demercado. This roster shuffle also saw Sam Howell named as the team's backup quarterback, a development that will likely have implications for the team's depth chart.
In making this move, the Cowboys are clearly prioritizing depth at running back, a position that has been subject to injuries in recent seasons. The addition of Demercado, a free agent pickup, suggests that the team is looking to bolster its backfield options. Meanwhile, the decision to name Howell as backup quarterback adds an element of stability and experience to the team's QB room.
As the NFL season approaches, all eyes will be on the Cowboys' quarterback situation, particularly with Dak Prescott's contract status still uncertain. With Howell now in place as the backup, the team appears to be positioning itself for a range of potential scenarios. To watch next: how the Cowboys' running back corps performs with Demercado on board, and what role Howell ultimately plays in the team's quarterback plans.
Originally reported by espn.com. TourNews adds analysis for sports & fitness readers.