In a related and very positive sign for his future, Dak Prescott said he wants to play in to his 40s. When it comes to the Dallas Cowboys quarterback, he’s currently in his 10th season. He’s already had a hell of a run up the team’s record books, recently overtaking the great Troy Aikman as the franchise’s all-time leader in completions. Prescott’s performance places him on the cusp of further milestones as he aims to solidify his legacy with the franchise.
Dak Prescott as it stands right now is only 150 passing yards away from eclipsing Aikman for second place in the Cowboys’ history. He is second only to Aikman in most attempts. Remarkably, he’s second only to Tony Romo in touchdown tosses, showcasing his prowess as a prolific passer. One win would move him ahead of Romo. He’d finish third overall with 79 victories.
Despite facing challenges from injuries—a fractured and dislocated ankle, a broken thumb, and a hamstring avulsion that required surgery—Prescott remains optimistic. He added, “Forties would be a nice round number,” a measure of just how long he hopes to compete at the highest level of the sport.
The new strip sack quarterback used to think he could actually play into his 40s. “Honestly couldn’t even tell you the number,” he admitted, but added that his view “has definitely changed. I can see it more realistically now.” Similarly, Prescott was in awe of the legendary careers of quarterbacks such as Tom Brady and Drew Brees who both thrived deep into their 40s. Recently, he began to rethink the idea of his own career lasting that long.
Signing a contract with the Cowboys through 2028 means that Prescott would be 35 at the end of his current deal. Most importantly, he continues to be intolerant of anything less than the intense level of competition and play required to win at the highest level.
I’ve gotten such joy and tranquility from this game over the last decade. Moving on from it will be a heck of a lot tougher! He concluded, speaking to his passion for the game of football and what it means to him.
As he continues to climb the ranks in Cowboys history, Prescott’s goal is not just personal milestones, but contributing to the team’s success. Aaron Rodgers is currently starting for the Pittsburgh Steelers at 42. At the same time, Prescott’s goals are part of a growing movement among quarterbacks to extend their careers beyond traditional retirement age.
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