The Dallas Cowboys might be prepared to part ways with quarterback Dak Prescott as owner Jerry Jones explores options to improve the team's performance. The Cowboys' recent 33-30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals dropped their season record to 3-5 and has intensified scrutiny on the team's direction.
NBC insider Chris Simms reported on 'Give Me The Headlines' that there are "murmurs" in Dallas about reaching the end of their patience with Prescott. Simms indicated that the situation could lead to a change at quarterback next year if immediate improvements aren't seen.
Prescott has played in all eight games this season, accumulating 2,046 passing yards, 14 touchdowns, and five interceptions. Since being drafted by the Cowboys in 2016, he has led the team to the playoffs five times, with a postseason record of two wins and five losses. The team has not advanced beyond the divisional round during his tenure.
The Cowboys' struggles this season have been largely attributed to a weak defense, though the offense has also faced criticism, particularly in recent losses. This period of introspection for owner Jerry Jones comes after the team allowed a 14-point fourth-quarter lead to evaporate in their loss to the Cardinals.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer's job security has been questioned, especially after losses to backup quarterbacks Gardner Minshew of the Cardinals and Jalon Daniels of the previously winless Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Cowboys have held a winning record for only one week under Schottenheimer's tenure.
When asked about the team's performance, Jones suggested that multiple individuals let the coach down. Prescott, however, pushed back against singling out any one person for blame. "Don't put the blame on one person," Prescott stated. "I think that's weak. I think that's cowardly. This game is about all 11 that touch the field and every person that has a part in it, coaches and support staff."