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Nov 28, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (left) stands on crutches before the game against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Cowboys rework Dak Prescott’s deal, open up $36.6M in cap space

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The Dallas Cowboys restructured quarterback Dak Prescott’s contract on Wednesday, carving out $36.6 million in cap space, according to multiple reports.

The Cowboys created a total of $56.6 million under the 2025 salary cap the past two days by reworking wide receiver CeeDee Lamb’s contract on Tuesday before addressing Prescott’s deal.

Pass rusher Micah Parsons is expected to receive a long-term extension this offseason to avoid a contentious holdout the likes of which dominated training camp last summer, where Lamb refused to report and perform on the fifth-year option in his rookie contract.

Parsons’ value could be impacted by the agreement announced Wednesday between the Raiders and defensive end Maxx Crosby, who became the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL with a three-year, $106.5 million extension.

The Cowboys converted $45.75 million of Prescott’s 2025 salary into a signing bonus. Prescott signed a four-year, $240 million extension with the club last September. He’ll now count $52.9 million against the Cowboys’ cap in 2025.

Prescott’s 2024 season was cut short by season-ending surgery to repair a partial avulsion of the hamstring tendon in November. Prescott threw for 1,978 yards with 11 touchdowns and eight interceptions in eight games last season.

A three-time Pro Bowl selection, Prescott owns a 76-46 record in 122 career starts since being picked by Dallas in the fourth round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He has thrown for 31,437 yards with 213 touchdowns and 82 interceptions.

When the 2025 NFL campaign kicks off, Prescott will play for his third head coach with the Cowboys. Brian Schottenheimer — the team’s offensive coordinator the past two seasons — will take over for the departed Mike McCarthy, who held the role since 2020.

–Field Level Media

Nov 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) on the bench against the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Cowboys’ Dak Prescott says ‘it’s our turn’ to win a Super Bowl

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The Philadelphia Eagles were crowned Super Bowl champions for the second time in eight seasons, and the quarterback of an NFC East rival believes his team could be next.

Dak Prescott voiced his thoughts on the similarities between the Eagles and his Dallas Cowboys, who have failed to reach a conference championship game since the 1995-96 season.

“I feel like we’ve competed with the Eagles and beat them for the most part when we’ve played them,” Prescott said while acting as an honorary chairman for the Children’s Cancer Fund’s gala. “I don’t want to say, ‘Check the record,’ when the other guy is holding the trophy, right? So credit to them.

“They’ve earned it, and they deserve it by all means. But, yeah, (we’re) very close.”

Prescott is 9-4 in head-to-head matchups against the Eagles over the years, all in the regular season. With a 2-5 career playoff record, though, Prescott has never advanced beyond the divisional round.

Another NFC East quarterback, rookie Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders, won his first two playoff starts before losing in the conference title game to the eventual champions.

“Especially even watching the NFC championship and those two teams (the Eagles and Commanders) — teams that we battle against each and every year a couple of times,” Prescott said, “… (I) feel confident that we’ve gotten the better part each and every time. But just seeing such a dominating fashion (from the Eagles in Super Bowl LIX against the Kansas City Chiefs), credit to them.

“It’s our turn and it’s on us.”

Prescott played just eight games for the Cowboys (7-10) in 2024 before sustaining a season-ending right hamstring injury that required surgery. With 11 touchdown passes and eight interceptions, Prescott was on pace for one of his worst statistical seasons.

When the 2025 NFL campaign kicks off, Prescott will play for his third head coach with the Cowboys. Brian Schottenheimer — the team’s offensive coordinator for the past two season — will take over from the departed Mike McCarthy, who held the role since 2020.

“Super excited for him,” Prescott said of the new bench boss. “Obviously, I’ve worked with him the last couple of years, understanding the type of man he is, the way that he approaches the game. I think the best way to exemplify that is he is the son of a legendary coach. He’s not going to take anything about this game lightly. He enjoys the work in it, kind of old-fashioned.”

–Field Level Media

Jun 4, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush (10) and quarterback Dak Prescott (4) and quarterback Trey Lance (19) talk during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Surgery ends season for Dak Prescott, Cowboys shift to QB triage mode

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott requires season-ending surgery to repair a partial avulsion of the hamstring tendon, ending his season and dealing a potentially fatal blow to the franchise’s fading playoff hopes.

Owner Jerry Jones said Prescott is set for surgery Wednesday in New York.

Jones said on 105.3 The Fan in Dallas that quarterback Cooper Rush will start Monday’s game against the visiting Houston Texans. Trey Lance will serve as the backup while the team is expected to add fellow quarterback Will Grier to the practice squad.

Jones provided optimistic news on Prescott having his surgery in New York.

“He had a good visit last night and he wants to do that there, and he’s got great medical doctors up there,” Jones said. “His prognosis is wonderful, it just means we’re not going to have him the rest of the year.”

Signed to a four-year, $240 million contract extension in September that made him the highest-paid quarterback in NFL history, Prescott threw for 1,978 yards with 11 touchdowns and eight interceptions in eight games this season.

Prescott, 31, led the NFL in completions (410) and touchdowns (36) last season. He threw for 4,516 yards in 17 games as Dallas finished the regular season 12-5.

A three-time Pro Bowl selection, Prescott owns a 76-46 record in 122 career starts since being picked by Dallas in the fourth round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He has thrown for 31,437 yards with 213 touchdowns and 82 interceptions.

Rush flopped in his first start of the season on Sunday, one week after Prescott sustained his injury during the third quarter of a 27-21 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.

Rush completed 13 of 26 passes for 45 yards and lost two fumbles as Dallas dropped its fourth straight game, a 34-6 setback to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Rush was replaced in the fourth quarter by Lance, who went 4-for-6 for 21 yards with an interception in his first regular-season action since being acquired by the Cowboys in 2023.

But the Cowboys (3-6) are turning back to Rush for the Monday night game against the Texans (6-4).

“Because Cooper has shown that he has the capability to compete and win games,” Jones said. “And he does give us our best chance. Frankly that was really an out-of-character game for him based on what we’ve seen.”

Rush, 30, has completed 35 of 62 passes for 212 yards and a touchdown in parts of five games this season.

He has completed 59.7 percent of his passes for 1,831 yards with nine touchdowns and six interceptions in 31 career games (seven starts) with Dallas.

Grier, 29, had been with the Cowboys in 2021-22 before being released prior to the 2023 season. He completed 28 of 52 passes for 228 yards in two starts during the 2019 season with the Carolina Panthers.

–Field Level Media

Nov 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) on the bench against the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Report: Cowboys QB Dak Prescott likely to have season-ending surgery

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Rather than face potential complications by letting Dak Prescott’s partially torn hamstring to heal without surgery, the Dallas Cowboys have decided the star quarterback will have a season-ending procedure, ESPN reported on Saturday.

Per the report, Prescott and the Cowboys are holding off until one more specialist offers an opinion on whether he should undergo surgery. The veteran signal-caller is expected to meet with the specialist early next week in New York. Dallas’ medical staff are on board with the surgery, which would keep him off the field for four months.

If the specialist agrees with the Cowboys’ assessment, Prescott will go under the knife on Wednesday, per the report.

Owner and general manager Jerry Jones told 105.3 The Fan in Dallas on Friday that Prescott would prefer to let the hamstring heal on its own have undergoing multiple surgeries (left shoulder, right thumb, right ankle) over the last few years.

Prescott has not been placed on injured reserve, but he will be inactive Sunday when the Cowboys (3-5) try to snap a three-game losing streak against the visiting Philadelphia Eagles (6-2) because of a partial avulsion of his hamstring. ESPN reported that even without surgery, Prescott will need six to eight weeks to recover.

Prescott, 31, got hurt while scrambling during the third quarter of Dallas’ 27-21 road loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Cooper Rush took over at quarterback, and he will be the starter during Prescott’s absence, backed up by Trey Lance.

Players are required to miss at least the next four games when placed on injured reserve. After hosting the Eagles on Sunday and the Houston Texans on Monday, Nov. 18, Dallas plays games at the Washington Commanders on Nov. 24 and at home against the New York Giants on Thursday, Nov. 28.

Prescott, had he been placed on IR by Saturday, would have been eligible to be added back to the active roster for the home game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday, Dec. 9.

The Cowboys did make moves on Saturday, elevating cornerback Josh Butler and wide receiver Jalen Cropper from the practice squad to the active roster.

Prescott owns the NFL’s richest contract, with a guarantee of $230 million in a deal that runs through 2030. In nine years as the Cowboys’ starting quarterback, he has a 76-46 regular-season record but a 2-5 postseason record, having never guided Dallas to a conference final.

This season, Prescott has completed 64.7 percent of his passes for 1,978 yards and 11 touchdowns with eight interceptions.

For his career, the three-time Pro Bowl performer has a 66.8 percent completion rate for 31,437 yards and 213 TD passes with 82 interceptions.

–Field Level Media

Nov 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) is tackled from behind by Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Reports: Dak Prescott’s injury more serious than first thought

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The injury to Dak Prescott’s right hamstring is more serious than first believe and the Dallas Cowboys quarterback might need to undergo surgery, multiple media outlets reported Wednesday.

According to the reports, Prescott has a partial avulsion of the hamstring tendon, meaning it tore off the bone.

The Cowboys have yet to place Prescott on injured reserve, which would require him to miss at least four weeks. However, the new diagnosis implies an absence longer than a month.

Prescott got hurt while scrambling during the third quarter of Dallas’ 27-21 road loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Cooper Rush took over at quarterback, and he will be the starter during Prescott’s absence, backed up by Trey Lance.

The Cowboys, who have lost three games in a row to slip to 3-5, play host to the Philadelphia Eagles (6-2) on Sunday.

Prescott, 31, owns the NFL’s richest contract, with a guarantee of $230 million in a deal that runs through 2030. In nine years as the Cowboys’ starting quarterback, he has a 76-46 regular-season record but a 2-5 postseason record, having never guided Dallas to a conference final.

This season, Prescott has completed 64.7 percent of his passes for 1,978 yards and 11 touchdowns with eight interceptions.

For his career, the three-time Pro Bowl performer has a 66.8 percent completion rate for 31,437 yards and 213 TD passes with 82 interceptions.

Rush has five wins in six starts as a sub for Prescott — 1-0 in 2021, then 4-1 in 2022. Rush, 30, has been with the Cowboys since 2017.

“Cooper’s been great in getting Dak ready to play, and now Dak, they’ll be some role reversal there,” Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy said, according to ESPN. “(Rush’s) temperament is excellent. I would say he’s as even-keeled as an individual, especially a quarterback, that I’ve had the opportunity to work with. Cerebral. Smart. He gives you the flexibility to continue to play.”

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Nov 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) on the bench against the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Reports: QB Dak Prescott (hamstring) to miss several weeks

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The hamstring injury sustained by Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is worse than originally thought, likely sidelining him for several weeks, NFL Network and ESPN reported Monday.

Prescott is seeking a second opinion on his options, per the reports.

Prescott was injured in Sunday’s 27-21 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.

With Dallas (3-5) down 27-13 near the end of the third quarter, Prescott appeared to grimace after a 10-yard pass to Jalen Brooks. He stayed in the game but was ruled out with 11:08 left in the fourth quarter. Prescott said he first felt the pain the play before the completion to Brooks, when he was getting up after a 5-yard scramble.

Cooper Rush, who replaced Prescott on Sunday, is in line to start. Trey Lance would be his backup.

Making his 36th straight start, Prescott was 18-of-24 passing for 133 yards and a touchdown, along with a season-high 30 rushing yards. The 31-year-old entered the day with 24 rushing yards this season.

Rush led Dallas’ comeback bid, tossing for 115 yards and a touchdown. Rush has played sparingly of late behind Prescott, but after the longtime starting QB broke his right thumb in the 2022 season opener, Rush went 4-1 as the starter.

Prescott also missed 11 games in 2020 with a right ankle injury and sat out one game the next season due to a strained right calf.

–Field Level Media

Nov 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) runs the ball against the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Dak Prescott injures hamstring, may also have hurt hand

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Along with dropping their third game in a row, the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday lost quarterback Dak Prescott, who injured his right hamstring in a 27-21 road defeat to the Atlanta Falcons.

Replays showed Prescott also nursing a swollen right throwing hand, but there was no immediate word from the Cowboys on the severity.

With Dallas (3-5) down 27-13 near the end of the third quarter, Prescott appeared to grimace after a 10-yard pass to Jalen Brooks. He stayed in the game but was ruled out with 11:08 left in the fourth quarter.

Making his 36th straight start, Prescott was 18-of-24 passing for 133 yards and a touchdown, along with a season-high 30 rushing yards. The 31-year-old entered the day with 24 rushing yards this season.

With Prescott out, Cooper Rush stepped and led Dallas’ comeback bid, tossing for 115 yards and a touchdown. Rush has played sparingly of late behind Prescott, but after the longtime starting QB broke his right thumb in the 2022 season opener, Rush went 4-1 as the starter.

Prescott also missed 11 games in 2020 with a right ankle injury and sat out one game the next season due to a strained right calf.

If Prescott were to miss time, Trey Lance would likely move up from his No. 3 QB role to back up Rush.

–Field Level Media

Oct 6, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) leaves the field after a 20-17 win against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

Guaranteed a ring: Cowboys QB Dak Prescott announces engagement

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott recorded an unquestioned victory during his team’s bye week.

How so? Well, Prescott and his girlfriend, Sarah Jane Ramos, got engaged on a golf course.

Prescott, 31, received a bit of help in popping the question from the couple’s daughter, Margaret Jane (MJ) Rose, who was born Feb. 22. She wore a onesie with the message: “Hi Mommy, Daddy has a question for you!?”

He posted photos of his proposal — down on one knee on the golf course — on his Instagram account with a caption indicating she said yes.

“Mine Forever!!!! The Best Friend, Partner, Teammate, Mother, and Now Fiancé I could Ask or Pray for! Thank you God for this Blessing and Family! I Love you @sarahjane 4EVER!”

The couple will have some time to celebrate before Prescott and the Cowboys (3-3) return from their bye week against the San Francisco 49ers on Oct. 27.

–Field Level Media