Cowboys QB ranked No. 1 by NFL Network analysts in key attribute over MVP

The Dallas Cowboys made several trades throughout the NFL offseason to address needs on both sides of the ball. While the biggest splash was acquiring George Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers, there's another move that could pay off in a big way.

Dallas traded a fifth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft to the New England Patriots for backup quarterback Joe Milton III.

While Milton still needs to develop, there is no denying his raw talent -- especially when it comes to his ability to spin the ball downfield. And with the Cowboys building a fast offense, that will be a great asset if he is called on.

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On Friday, the co-hosts of Good Morning Football on the NFL Network ranked the "Top 3 QB Arms in the NFL," and Milton ranked at No. 1 in two of the three lists.

Our Top 3 QB arms in the NFL 💪 pic.twitter.com/2AHDHLbu91
— Good Morning Football (@gmfb) June 13, 2025

Former Cowboys receiver Isaiah Stanbach and 10-year NFL vet Leger Douzable were the two who ranked Milton atop the list.

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Milton was ranked over players like NFL MVP Josh Allen and Los Angeles Chargers star Justin Herbert. Of course, accuracy matters, but having arm strength is also important and can help quarterbacks stretch the field or string the ball into a tight opening.

While some may be surprised to see Milton ranked atop the list, his arm strength has long been documented. A previous viral video showed Milton launching a ball 85 yards with ease.

Tennessee QB Joe Milton casually launching it 85 YARDS 😳 pic.twitter.com/1xB35DiBG5
— Overtime (@overtime) May 28, 2023

His talent is undeniable, Milton will just have to put everything together. Hopefully he can thrive in Brian Schottenheimer's system.

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