The Dallas Cowboys’ season took a huge hit with news that star quarterback Dak Prescott will be out for the remainder of 2024. Prescott, who signed a massive four-year, $240 million contract extension this September, suffered a significant hamstring injury in their recent game against the Atlanta Falcons. This setback couldn’t come at a worse time for the Cowboys, who are struggling at 3-6, but team owner Jerry Jones is confident in Prescott’s future.

Owner Jones recently opened up on 105.3 The Fan about Cowboys’ QB’s season-ending surgery, confirming that the star quarterback will undergo the procedure on Wednesday in New York. Prescott is dealing with a partial hamstring avulsion, and while the “prognosis is wonderful,” according to Jones, fans won’t see Prescott on the field for the rest of the year. It’s a tough blow for the Cowboys, but Jones seems optimistic about Prescott’s recovery and the team’s outlook.

With Prescott out, Coach Mike McCarthy has big decisions ahead as he reshuffles the Cowboys’ quarterback lineup. The team now has Trey Lance stepping up, with Will Grier joining the practice squad. Cowboys Nation will be watching closely to see how this new QB mix holds up in the weeks to come.

Prescott’s hamstring injury, a partial tendon avulsion where the muscle partially tore off the bone, required him to see specialists. After consulting with doctors, Jones confirmed that Dak opted for surgery in New York. “He’ll have it there in New York,” Jones said. “He’s got great medical doctors up there… and his prognosis is wonderful. It just means we’re not going to have him the rest of the year.”

Despite the tough news, Jerry Jones remains optimistic about Prescott’s recovery. “His prognosis is wonderful,” he emphasized, hinting at a full recovery. With Dak’s absence, the Cowboys face an uphill battle. Rush has stepped up before, and Jerry Jones said, “Cooper has shown he has the capability to compete and win in games.”

McCarthy’s Big QB Call: Cooper Rush to Start amid Prescott’s absence

Dak Prescott is sidelined for the season, Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy made a pivotal decision for the struggling team! Cooper Rush will take over as starting QB moving forward. Prescott’s hamstring surgery, which could mean he’s out for the entire 2024 season, has forced the Cowboys to rethink their quarterback lineup, and McCarthy is looking to Rush as the team’s best option.

After a brutal 34–6 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, it’s clear the Cowboys are in need of a steady presence at quarterback. McCarthy didn’t mince words when he announced that Rush, who struggled last game with just 45 yards on 13-of-23 completions, would remain the starter. “We believe in Cooper,” McCarthy said, but he hinted at the challenges ahead, adding, “he needs more time to get adjusted to the offense.”

Rush’s last outing wasn’t ideal, and McCarthy turned to third-string QB Trey Lance in the third quarter. However, Lance didn’t fare much better, fumbling his first drive and throwing an interception on his second. It was clear that neither option had an easy day on the field.

Still, McCarthy has a plan: alongside Rush, the Cowboys are seeking a third quarterback for depth. With Prescott out, McCarthy’s big QB call signals a shift in strategy—one that may come down to how well they can prepare Rush for the rest of the season.