The Dallas Cowboys will be finishing the season without their star quarterback, Dak Prescott, who has been placed on season-ending injured reserve due to a hamstring injury sustained in Week 9. This decision was confirmed by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Prescott’s season had already seen challenges prior to his injury. In eight games, he threw for 1,978 yards, recording 11 touchdowns and 8 interceptions, contributing to the Cowboys’ disappointing 3-5 record. This performance is a significant decline from the previous season, in which he achieved 4,516 passing yards and 36 touchdowns with only 9 interceptions.
As Prescott focuses on his recovery, he’s aiming to come back stronger for the 2025 season. Meanwhile, the Cowboys now face the daunting task of trying to turn their season around without their leading quarterback. Overall, the team dropped to a record of 3-6 following a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, and they are preparing for a challenging game against the Houston Texans on Monday night.
In Prescott’s absence, the Cowboys will rely on Cooper Rush, a seasoned backup with seven years of experience. Unfortunately, Rush’s initial performance this season was underwhelming as he completed only 13 of 23 pass attempts for 45 yards and struggled with two fumbles.
Despite these setbacks, the Cowboys and their fans remain hopeful for a resurgence. With the right adjustments and strong leadership, the team may find a way to reclaim momentum in the latter part of the season.