The New England Patriots traded backup quarterback Joe Milton to the Dallas Cowboys for a fifth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, while also trading away a seventh-round pick. Analysts questioned the deal's timing and return value, suggesting the Patriots may have a deadline to develop the team's culture ahead of offseason workouts. Additionally, the transaction was partly motivated by the intention to clear the roster for rookie quarterback Drake Maye and accommodate Joshua Dobbs, who preferred to join as the primary backup without competition for Maye's position.
The Patriots traded Joe Milton to the Cowboys for a fifth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, signaling a shift in team dynamics for the upcoming season.
New England aimed to 'clear the decks' for rookie quarterback Drake Maye as part of a strategy to reshape their teamâs culture and dynamics.
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