A few minutes ago, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says QB Dak Prescott will have season-ending surgery…
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones confirmed earlier today that quarterback Dak Prescott will undergo season-ending surgery, effectively sidelining him for the remainder of the 2024 NFL season. The announcement comes after Prescott suffered a significant injury during the Cowboys’ Week 9 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, leaving fans and the team with a sense of uncertainty heading into the second half of the season.
Prescott, who has been the cornerstone of the Cowboys’ offense since taking over as the starting quarterback in 2016, reportedly injured his shoulder in the second half of the game against the Eagles. Despite initially trying to play through the pain, it became clear that the injury was more severe than originally anticipated. After undergoing further evaluations, the Cowboys’ medical team, along with Prescott, came to the conclusion that surgery would be necessary to repair the damage and prevent further complications.
“We have all the confidence in Dak’s recovery, and we’ll be doing everything possible to get him back to full health,” Jerry Jones said during a brief press conference. “This is a setback, but we’re focused on making sure Dak’s long-term health is the priority.”
The loss of Prescott is a significant blow to the Cowboys, who had shown strong promise early in the season, led by their veteran quarterback’s steady play. Prescott had been putting together one of his best seasons statistically, with improved efficiency and fewer turnovers compared to past years. However, with Prescott out, the Cowboys are now left with backup quarterback Cooper Rush, who stepped in for Prescott during his previous injury in 2022 and performed admirably.
The team will now have to adjust to this unexpected setback, and Rush will have big shoes to fill as the starter. Head coach Mike McCarthy and offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer will likely need to tailor the game plan to Rush’s strengths while also relying on the team’s defense and running game to maintain their playoff hopes. With the NFC playoff race tightening up, the Cowboys’ ability to adapt and rally around their backup quarterback will be critical in determining the direction of the rest of their season.
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