Michael David SmithSep 1, 2026
Smith expects Joe Milton to end up on a practice squad rather than an active roster after clearing waivers, with the possibility they sign elsewhere than Dallas.
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He's unlikely to sign to an active roster, because a team that wanted him on the active roster probably would have claimed him on waivers.
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Roster Spot CallsJoe Milton III
Joe Milton III to land on the practice squad
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