Jerry Jones, the ever-ambi͏tious owner of the Da͏llas ͏Cowboys, entered the 2024 season with sky-high hopes. Handing Dak͏ Pre͏scott a͏ $240 million extension ͏made headl͏ines, but the L͏one Star season has͏n’͏t lived up ͏to ͏the hy͏pe͏. After ͏an opening win ͏against͏ th͏e Browns, the team stumbled, plagued by ͏inconsistencies and injuries. ͏To make ma͏tte͏rs worse, Presc͏ott’s ͏mid-season inj͏ury ͏l͏eft the Cowb͏oys ͏scrambling for͏ answers.

Despite Cooper Rush‘s incredible performance making NFL history, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones remains unwavering in his faith in Dak Prescott as the team’s starting quarterback. When asked on 105.3 The Fan if Rush’s recent success made him reconsider his decision to lock in Prescott with a hefty contract extension, Jones kept it short and decisive: “No. No. Not at all.” The confidence in Prescott reflects Jones’ trust in the QB’s leadership and long-term potential, even amidst stellar performances from his backup.

Rush’s historic achievements have sparked conversations among fans about whether the Cowboys made the right call in securing Prescott’s future. But for Jones, there’s no debate. Prescott has proven his mettle as a leader, and Jones clearly values consistency over short-term fireworks. With the Cowboys chasing championship aspirations, it’s clear that Dak is still the man for the job, and Jones isn’t looking back.

Jerry Jones, known for his bold takes, remained optimistic but couldn’t escape criticism. “We’re just a few steps away,” he claimed, but fans weren’t buying it. Cooper Rush stepping in after Prescott’s injury added fuel to the fire. While Rush tried holding the fort, the Cowboys’ 3-5 record before Dak’s injury didn’t inspire much hope.

With three games left, Jerry Jones is under fire for prioritizing star contracts over roster depth. “Two stars can’t carry a team,” critics argue, calling this season another frustrating chapter for America’s Team.

Cooper Rush’s record-breaking season: The underdog who keeps surprising

Cooper Rush has turned heads this season, proving he’s more than just a backup for the Dallas Cowboys. Despite stepping into the spotlight after Dak Prescott’s season-ending injury, Rush has cemented himself as a history-maker in just 13 NFL starts. The Cowboys quarterback has beaten four Heisman-winning quarterbacks—Joe Burrow, Jayden Daniels, Bryce Young, and Baker Mayfield—something no other quarterback has accomplished in such a short span. OptaStats highlighted this rare feat, saying, “No other QB has beaten 4 Heisman-winning opposing starting QBs within his first 13 career starts.”

Rush hasn’t just been about breaking records; he’s been leading the charge with resilience. With a 9-4 career record, including a 4-3 mark this season, he’s silenced critics questioning his ability to step up. Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy credited Rush for embodying the team’s fighting spirit, noting, “That’s just who we are. Mike has created that culture.” Rush’s grit was on full display in the Cowboys’ 26-24 win over the Buccaneers, where he threw for 292 yards and a touchdown.

While the Cowboys are out of playoff contention, Rush’s performances have earned him admiration. As The Athletic’s Saad Yousuf said, “Rush fits the bill as an ideal backup… a cheap and safe option.”