The New England Patriots shook things up ahead of the 2025 NFL draft after agreeing to trade quarterback Joe Milton III and a seventh-round pick to the Dallas Cowboys for a fifth-round pick. A trade involving Milton was expected after the Patriots signed veteran quarterback Joshua Dobbs to a two-year,

In his lone appearance during the 2024 campaign, Milton led the Patriots to a 23-16 win over the Buffalo Bills in the regular-season finale. He went 22-of-29 for 241 yards, a touchdown and no interceptions while also adding a rushing touchdown.

The Patriots traded Joe Milton III to the Cowboys even though they had better offers on the table.

The New England Patriots have had plenty of success during Robert Kraft's tenure owning the franchise. They have won six Super Bowl titles since he spent $172 million to acquire the franchise in 1994.

The New England Patriots have been ranked near the bottom of all NFL teams in the last two NFLPA surveys, but team owner Robert Kraft sees brighter days ahead.