The Dallas Cowboys QB2 battle is reaching a critical point as Joe Milton and Sam Howell prepare for another preseason opportunity against the Arizona Cardinals. With Dak Prescott locked in as QB1, Saturday could go a long way toward determining who Dallas trusts as its backup quarterback when the 2026 NFL regular season begins. On this preseason episode of Locked On Cowboys Hit Podcast, host James Duncan breaks down the biggest Cowboys players and position battles to watch against the Arizona Cardinals, starting with Joe Milton vs. Sam Howell. Both quarterbacks produced encouraging moments against the Seattle Seahawks, leaving the Cowboys QB2 competition wide open. Howell brings NFL starting experience, but Milton possesses the arm strength, size, mobility and upside that make him one of the most intriguing players on the Dallas roster. Can Joe Milton take control of QB2 with a breakout performance? Will Sam Howell's experience ultimately win out? Saturday represents another major audition for both quarterbacks behind Dak Prescott. But QB2 is only the beginning. Jaishawn Barham is back from injury and looking to force his way into the Dallas Cowboys linebacker rotation after generating buzz during training camp. Camden Brown has gone from roster afterthought to legitimate contender after his preseason breakout, and another big performance could make it increasingly difficult for Dallas to leave him off the final 53-man roster. The Cowboys also need answers at running back. Who emerges behind Javonte Williams? Dallas continues evaluating its offensive line depth, including Nate Thomas at tackle, while Michael Trigg remains one of the most fascinating names in the tight end competition. For some Cowboys players, this is another preseason game. For others, it's an AUDITION for their NFL future. Who takes control of the Cowboys QB2 battle: Joe Milton or Sam Howell? Can Camden Brown lock down a roster spot? Does Jaishawn Barham force his way into Christian Parker's defense? And which Cowboys roster-bubble player needs a breakout performance the most against Arizona? Cowboys Nation, give me ONE player you're watching Saturday against the Cardinals. Join James Duncan on Locked On Cowboys Hit Podcast for daily Dallas Cowboys news, Cowboys rumors, preseason coverage, roster battles, training camp updates and everything surrounding America’s Team. Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts and listen daily for quick-hit Cowboys coverage from a passionate fan perspective. #DallasCowboys #CowboysNation #JoeMilton #SamHowell #DakPrescott #CowboysCardinals #ArizonaCardinals #CamdenBrown #JaishawnBarham #MichaelTrigg #CowboysPreseason #CowboysNews #CowboysRumors #NFL #DC4L #LockedOnCowboys Part of the Locked On Podcast Network
The Dallas Cowboys QB2 battle is reaching a critical point as Joe Milton and Sam Howell prepare for another preseason opportunity against the Arizona Cardinals. With Dak Prescott locked in as QB1, Saturday could go a long way toward determining who Dallas trusts as its backup quarterback when the 2026 NFL regular season begins.
On this preseason episode of Locked On Cowboys Hit Podcast, host James Duncan breaks down the biggest Cowboys players and position battles to watch against the Arizona Cardinals, starting with Joe Milton vs. Sam Howell.
Both quarterbacks produced encouraging moments against the Seattle Seahawks, leaving the Cowboys QB2 competition wide open. Howell brings NFL starting experience, but Milton possesses the arm strength, size, mobility and upside that make him one of the most intriguing players on the Dallas roster.
Can Joe Milton take control of QB2 with a breakout performance? Will Sam Howell's experience ultimately win out? Saturday represents another major audition for both quarterbacks behind Dak Prescott.
But QB2 is only the beginning.
Jaishawn Barham is back from injury and looking to force his way into the Dallas Cowboys linebacker rotation after generating buzz during training camp. Camden Brown has gone from roster afterthought to legitimate contender after his preseason breakout, and another big performance could make it increasingly difficult for Dallas to leave him off the final 53-man roster.
The Cowboys also need answers at running back. Who emerges behind Javonte Williams? Dallas continues evaluating its offensive line depth, including Nate Thomas at tackle, while Michael Trigg remains one of the most fascinating names in the tight end competition.
For some Cowboys players, this is another preseason game. For others, it's an AUDITION for their NFL future.
Who takes control of the Cowboys QB2 battle: Joe Milton or Sam Howell? Can Camden Brown lock down a roster spot? Does Jaishawn Barham force his way into Christian Parker's defense? And which Cowboys roster-bubble player needs a breakout performance the most against Arizona?
Cowboys Nation, give me ONE player you're watching Saturday against the Cardinals.
Join James Duncan on Locked On Cowboys Hit Podcast for daily Dallas Cowboys news, Cowboys rumors, preseason coverage, roster battles, training camp updates and everything surrounding America’s Team. Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts and listen daily for quick-hit Cowboys coverage from a passionate fan perspective.
#DallasCowboys #CowboysNation #JoeMilton #SamHowell #DakPrescott #CowboysCardinals #ArizonaCardinals #CamdenBrown #JaishawnBarham #MichaelTrigg #CowboysPreseason #CowboysNews #CowboysRumors #NFL #DC4L #LockedOnCowboys
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