Dak Prescott ‘Likely’ to Have Season-Ending Surgery on Hamstring: A Major Setback for the Cowboys
In a shocking turn of events that could alter the course of the Dallas Cowboys’ season, sources close to the team have revealed that quarterback Dak Prescott is “likely” to undergo season-ending surgery on his hamstring. The news, which emerged just days before the team’s crucial matchup, has sent shockwaves through the NFL and raised questions about the Cowboys’ Super Bowl hopes.
Prescott, who has been playing through an increasingly debilitating hamstring injury, was initially expected to recover with conservative treatment. However, sources now say that his condition has not improved as hoped, leading to the decision that surgery may be the only viable option.
The injury first surfaced a few weeks ago, but the Cowboys’ coaching staff downplayed its severity, with Prescott continuing to start under center. Despite battling through pain, Prescott’s performance had been inconsistent, with several key turnovers and missed throws that have left fans and analysts questioning his effectiveness. His mobility, a hallmark of his game, has been significantly limited, and his inability to escape pressure has become more pronounced.
While some believe the surgery will allow Prescott to return to full strength in time for the following season, others argue that this could signal the beginning of a larger issue for the Cowboys: the loss of their franchise quarterback at a critical point in the season.
Critics of the decision argue that the Cowboys’ front office mismanaged Prescott’s health by allowing him to play through the injury for as long as he did. Given that Dallas is currently in the thick of the playoff race, the timing of this potential surgery could cripple any remaining hopes for a deep postseason run.
The team now faces a difficult reality. With Prescott out of the lineup, backup quarterback Cooper Rush will be thrust into the starting role, a position he briefly held last season with mixed results. The Cowboys’ offense, which was already under scrutiny for its inconsistent playcalling, will have to adjust quickly to a new leader at quarterback. The pressure is mounting on head coach Mike McCarthy to rally his team, but with a shaky offense and questions about the defense’s ability to carry the load, the road ahead looks uncertain.
Moreover, Prescott’s potential surgery raises larger questions about the future of the Cowboys’ franchise. While Prescott signed a four-year, $160 million extension in 2021, his injury history has become a point of concern. If this hamstring injury lingers, it could have long-term ramifications on both his career and the Cowboys’ financial future.
Cowboys fans are left to wonder: Was this the season their team was supposed to compete for a championship? Or has it become yet another in a long line of “what could have been” seasons? With a lot riding on the next few weeks, the decision to proceed with surgery may be the hardest—and most controversial—move the franchise has had to make in years.
Stay tuned for updates as we continue to follow this developing story.
