The New England Patriots traded backup quarterback Joe Milton III to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2025 fifth-round pick before the offseason program, reportedly due to Milton's belief that he should be a starter and the team's plan to back Drake Maye with veteran Josh Dobbs. Patriots coach Mike Vrabel mentioned that the decision to trade Milton was based on what was best for the team, aiming to decrease Milton's reps as they move forward with Maye and Dobbs. Milton will now compete with Will Grier for the backup position to Dak Prescott in Dallas.