Dallas Cowboys Quarterback Dak Prescott to Miss Rest of NFL Season

ARLINGTON, Texas (Sports Desk) – Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2022 NFL season after suffering a severe ankle injury in the team’s Week 5 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.

Injury Details

Prescott sustained the injury in the fourth quarter of the game while scrambling out of the pocket. He was tackled around the outside of the leg by 49ers linebacker Hassan Ridgeway, who fell into Prescott’s planted left foot. Initial reports indicate that Prescott tore several ligaments in his ankle, requiring surgery and a lengthy recovery period.

Impact on the Cowboys

Prescott’s injury is a devastating blow to the Cowboys, who have relied heavily on his leadership and production over the past five seasons. In 2022, he had led the Cowboys to a 4-1 record, completing 66.2% of his passes for 1,005 yards, five touchdowns, and four interceptions. Without Prescott, the Cowboys will turn to backup quarterback Cooper Rush to fill the starting role.

Reaction from the Team

“This is a tough loss for our team,” said Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy. “Dak is a foundational piece of what we do on and off the field. We’re going to rally around Cooper Rush and continue to fight for our goals this season.” Quarterback Cooper Rush expressed his determination to step up in Prescott’s absence. “I’m ready for the challenge,” Rush said. “I’ve learned a lot from Dak, and I’m going to do everything I can to help the team win.”

Outlook

The Cowboys will face an uphill battle in the remaining 12 games of the regular season without Prescott. Rush has limited starting experience, with only one career start in 2020. The team will need to rely on a strong defense and its running game to remain competitive in the NFC East.