October 9, 2025

Dak Prescott hasn’t been shining as bright lately. Since 2016, he’s been the star quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys—a team often full of chaos. But when the heat is on in the postseason, Dak’s performance tends to dip. The 32-year-old has faced a rocky ride, and the Cowboys have been battling this pattern for years. So, what's really behind Dak's sudden slump? Despite battling many injuries—ankle dislocations, thumb fractures, hamstring troubles—Dak has shown great courage and bounced back each time. His accuracy and skills on the field remain strong but often don’t get the praise they deserve. The surprising cause, according to Cowboys legend Ben Roethlisberger, is none other than the Cowboys’ owner, Jerry Jones. Yes, you read it right! Big Ben says Jerry Jones’ constant meddling and unpredictability are messing things up for Dak. He said, “I like Dak. I think he’s better than people give him credit for. But I think injuries have plagued him. I have no issues with him. I think Jerry Jones will always hold them back for some reason. As much as he wants to win, I just don’t know why he does some of the things he does. I’m going to call them pretenders.” Jerry Jones is no stranger to controversy. Remember what happened with Micah Parsons this offseason? Parsons didn’t fit well under Jones’ leadership, which caused trouble. Maybe Jones wants to show that no player is bigger than the team, but angering players isn’t always the answer. What’s next for Dak? On the bright side, Dak is still fighting strong. In week 5 of this NFL season, despite all doubts, the Cowboys won 37-22 against the New York Jets. Dak threw 18 of 29 passes for 237 yards, scored four touchdowns, and didn’t throw a single interception. His passer rating was an impressive 127.4! However, the road ahead isn’t easy. Criticism, media pressure, and Jerry Jones’ controlling style could all hurt Dak’s focus. But there’s hope! Troy Aikman, a Dallas Hall of Famer, is all in for Dak. He said, “I love Dak. There’s nothing I’d rather see than see him go on and win a Super Bowl and win multiple Super Bowls, and win more than me, and Roger Staubach and all of us combined, if possible, because he’s that type of guy, and he represents himself and the organisation, and really our city so well.” Could this be the start of a legendary comeback? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure – if Dak rises again, it could be the best redemption story the NFL has ever seen!

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