The New England Patriots recently traded backup quarterback Joe Milton to the Dallas Cowboys, accompanied by a seventh-round pick, receiving a fifth-rounder in return. The trade elicited varied reactions, with some suggesting the Patriots undervalued Milton due to his limited experience. While some analysts defended the trade's rationale, claiming it aligns with historical precedent for a sixth-round pick, others criticized it, emphasizing the loss of potential value. This decision may also be aimed at supporting franchise quarterback Drake Maye amid the offseason's quarterback discussions.
"The backup quarterback is typically one of the most popular people in town, so there will be fans who hate this decision. Those feelings will be justified if Milton ever has any success as a starter."
"There's no example of a guy playing one game as a rookie and then being traded for really anything more than this," said Doug Kyed on the 'Pats Interference' podcast.
"Which is practically what the Patriots did Thursday," wrote Ben Volin, indicating the team gave Milton away for something less substantial.
"Given all the hub this offseason surrounding Milton, and amount of teams that could use a quarterback, it's somewhat surprising that the Patriots didn't get more in exchange for Milton," noted Bryan DeArdo.
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