RT 🚨🏈 COWBOYS QB DRAMA HEATS UP BEFORE WEEK 18 🏈🚨Brian Schottenheimer Sends a LOUD Message About Joe Milton — And It Changes the Conversation in Dallas 😳🔥
FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer made headlines this week with a strong and positive statement regarding backup quarterback Joe Milton III, signaling confidence in his development as part of the team’s future plans.
Schottenheimer praised Milton’s progress under the Cowboys’ system, emphasizing the young quarterback’s arm talent, accuracy, and ability to make all the throws — attributes he said have impressed coaches throughout the season. His comments came as the team prepares for Week 18 against the New York Giants, with starting quarterback Dak Prescott slated to begin the game but Milton expected to see action later in the contest. Heavy Sports+1
“His arm talent — everyone wants to talk about the velocity and how far he can throw it — but … the accuracy, ability to make all the throws … he is just incredibly talented,” Schottenheimer said of Milton’s growth. Heavy Sports
Milton, acquired via trade from the Patriots and serving as the Cowboys’ backup this season, has shown flashes of promise in limited action. Schottenheimer’s public endorsement reflects the coaching staff’s belief that Milton could be a meaningful contributor in future seasons, even if he continues to play behind Prescott in the present. Heavy Sports
The statement marks a shift from early skepticism around Milton’s consistency and timing — issues cited during his college and early NFL career — to a more confident projection by Cowboys leadership after months of development. Wikipedia
As Week 18 approaches, the Cowboys appear committed to not only ending their season on a competitive note but also showcasing their depth at quarterback — with Schottenheimer making it clear that the future looks bright for Joe Milton in Dallas.
