Why did Mike Vrabel trade Joe Milton III? Patriots coach provides answer

Why the Patriots traded Joe Milton when they did

The reasons for the Patriots' surprise trade of their backup quarterback are coming into view. New England dealt Joe Milton to the Cowboys for a fifth-round pick earlier in April, and while meeting with the media on Tuesday, head coach Mike Vrabel explained why the team did what it did.

Mike Vrabel explains timing of Patriots trading Joe Milton III to Cowboys

FOXBORO — Fans around New England who had become enamored with backup quarterback Joe Milton III were disappointed when the Patriots traded him along with a seventh-round pick to the Cowboys for a fifth-round pick earlier this month. Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel was asked about the timing of that decision Tuesday during his pre-draft press conference. Related Articles Patriots extra points: DeMario Douglas to attend LLS fundrais…

Why did Mike Vrabel trade Joe Milton III? Patriots coach provides answer

Mike Vrabel addressed the Joe Milton III trade for the first time Tuesday.