Dak Prescott’s MRI results and expected time of return as the Cowboys starter revealed amid serious injury concerns
Cowboys will miss the services of Dak Prescott as he will be out because of a torn tendon in his hamstring.
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Dak Prescott’s MRI shows that he has a tendon tear in his hamstring. As things stand, he will likely miss the Cowboys’ next few games with Cooper Rush taking over the quarterback duties.
On Wednesday, while the county still settled down after electing its next president, the Cowboys shared the concerning news about Prescott. NFL Network’s Jane Slater broke the news.
As the Cowboys weigh in on Dak Prescott’s IR status, sources tell me the initial diagnosis is a partial avulsion of his hamstring tendon, which is partially torn off the bone.
Jane Sater said about Dak Prescott on X (previously Twitter).
Prescott claimed that he felt something that he had never felt before during his other various injuries. It was completely new, which elevated the concern considering the Cowboys sit with just three wins after nine weeks of football.
As the #Cowboys weigh in on Dak Prescott’s IR status, sources tell me the initial diagnosis is a partial avulsion of his hamstring tendon which is partially torn off the bone. I’m told it typically takes more than a 4 week recovery. In some cases, they let it scar over, repair…
— Jane Slater (@SlaterNFL) November 6, 2024
The doctors concluded Prescott suffered a tear in his tendon, which usually takes more than a month to heal properly. As a result, owner Jerry Jones remains reluctant to place the Pro Bowler on the injured reserve because the healing process defers from one individual to the other.
I’m told it typically takes more than a 4-week recovery. In some cases, they let it scar over, repair, and then strengthen. With that being said, Prescott is seeking other opinions, which is why there is currently a reluctance to place him on IR or make any determinations about a timeline for return.
Jane Slater elaborated.
How did Dak Prescott suffer a hamstring injury?
The Cowboys traveled to Atlanta hoping to beat the Falcons but lost 27-21. The scoreline may suggest the game was a close affair. However, it was far from it as the Falcons dominated them in every category possible, making head coach Mike McCarthy flip out.
Prescott did not finish the game. In the third quarter of the game, he limped off the field after suffering a no-contact injury while trying to throw a pass. Cooper Rush replaced him for the rest of the night and even threw a touchdown later on.
Cowboys backup QB Cooper Rush will be the starter this week in place of Dak Prescott (hamstring). Rush is 5-1 as a starter.
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) November 4, 2024
Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy said they have “great confidence” in Rush.
“Cooper Rush is as respected of a backup quarterback that I’ve (been around) since…
Rush appears to be the prime candidate to replace Dak for the next few games. McCarthy has confidence in Rush.
Cooper Rush is as respected of a backup quarterback that I’ve (been around) since Rich Gannon… (Rush) carries that type of credibility. He’s a great teammate. He’s someone that you can see the young guys lean on.
Mike McCarthy said. (HT/Jon Machota of The Athletic)
Rush has a 5-1 record while starting games for the Cowboys. He has thrown over 1700 yards (played 30 games but started only 6), nine touchdowns, and six interceptions with a completion rate of 70. His first test will be to secure a win over the 6-2 Philadelphia Eagles in week 10.
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