Joe Milton Criticizes Patriots Leadership After Trade to Cowboys

Joe Milton, a sixth-round pick by the New England Patriots in 2024, was traded to the Dallas Cowboys during the offseason, where he will serve as a backup quarterback behind Dak Prescott. Milton praised Prescott’s leadership and mentorship, contrasting it with his experience in New England, where he described the environment as less supportive and more complicated in terms of playcalling. Despite Milton’s impressive performance in a late 2024 game for the Patriots, the team opted to trade him for draft picks, signaling a shift in their quarterback plans under new head coach Mike Vrabel. Milton’s critiques of the Patriots’ leadership and offensive system suggest dissatisfaction, while he embraces the fresh start and simpler offensive approach in Dallas. The Cowboys view Milton as a developmental talent with potential, especially learning under Prescott, who has struggled with injuries but remains the starter. Meanwhile, the Patriots have revamped their roster and coaching staff, aiming to rebound from recent struggles and missed playoffs.