Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott exited the game against the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter due to a hamstring injury, leading to backup Cooper Rush taking over. At the time of his departure, the Cowboys were down 27-13. Prescott had completed 18 of 24 pass attempts for 133 yards and one touchdown before the injury occurred.
Entering this matchup with a record of 3-4, the Cowboys were attempting to bounce back after suffering two consecutive losses. Prescott’s performance this season has been challenging; he has thrown for 11 touchdowns against eight interceptions, with a career-low passer rating of 84.5 and a quarterback rating of 47.5. His completion percentage and yards per attempt also reflect struggles compared to earlier seasons.
In September, Prescott signed a significant four-year, $240 million contract, becoming the highest-paid player in NFL history, with $231 million guaranteed.
Cooper Rush, who previously spent parts of his career with the Cowboys, stepped in as quarterback after Prescott. Rush’s notable experience includes starting five games during the 2022 season, where he achieved a successful 4-1 record. Before Sunday, he had completed 60.8% of his passes for a total of 1,671 yards, with eight touchdowns and six interceptions.
As the Cowboys prepare to face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 10, they are currently positioned third in the NFC East. The upcoming matchup presents an opportunity for the team to regroup and potentially turn their season around.
This situation, while facing challenges, could become a turning point for the Cowboys. If Prescott’s injury isn’t severe and he makes a quick recovery, he could return stronger. Meanwhile, Rush’s opportunity to lead the team might provide the Cowboys with fresh momentum. The upcoming games will be crucial in defining their season and positioning for the playoffs.