Cowboys Fans Buzzing After Joe Milton’s 75-Yard Bomb
NFL training camp always brings hype, but every now and then, a moment truly stands out. Joe Milton III just delivered one for the Dallas Cowboys that fans can’t stop talking about.
During Tuesday’s joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams, Milton, the Cowboys’ new backup quarterback, uncorked a jaw-dropping 75-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Jalen Brooks. The throw wasn’t just impressive, it went viral. And this sparked a wave of reactions online, with fans anointing Milton as “our guy.”
Cowboys’ New Addition Turns Heads
Milton joined Dallas in an April trade with the New England Patriots. The Patriots sent him and a seventh-round pick in exchange for a fifth-rounder. The former Tennessee QB was selected by the Patriots in the sixth round of last year’s draft. But they opted to move forward with third-overall pick Drake Maye.
While Milton didn’t get a real shot in New England, Cowboys fans are now wondering if Dallas pulled off a steal. After all, his cannon arm was on full display against the Rams. And not even Patriots fans are happy about letting him go.
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Milton’s Viral Throw: A Practice Highlight for the Ages
The highlight of the day came when Milton launched a 75-yard bomb that dropped perfectly into the arms of Brooks for a touchdown. According to NextGen Stats, the longest official pass ever recorded in a game was 70.5 yards by Baker Mayfield in 2020. Milton’s throw won’t count in the record books, but fans are treating it like it should.
One fan wrote, “Is it just me or is this our guy?.” Another joked, “We fleeced the Pats,” while others predicted Milton could be starting by midseason.
Backup Battle Behind Dak Heats Up
Let’s be real, Milton won’t be replacing Dak Prescott, the highest-paid player in NFL history, anytime soon. But his strong arm and growing fan support are already putting pressure on fellow backup Will Grier.
The Cowboys gave a subtle nod to Milton’s rise this week by naming him ahead of Grier on the depth chart. This would be for their upcoming preseason opener against the Rams.
Whether or not Milton ever becomes “the guy,” he’s already proven one thing: he’s got the arm talent to keep Cowboys fans dreaming.
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