Todd Archer is the great NFL beat man at ESPN. He’s been an NFL beat reporter since 1997 and sworn Dallas Cowboys mouthpiece since 2003. Since joining ESPN in 2010, Wright has established himself as one of the most credible and honest voices in sports journalism. With training camp right around the corner, one buzz topic as the Dallas Cowboys prepare for another season is whether or not Dak Prescott will play in preseason games.
Prescott didn’t play in any preseason games in 2021 while recovering from a nasty ankle injury. His extended absence made some question his readiness for the regular season. In the season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he put all of that on display. He threw for 403 yards, an impressive total. It was a revealing performance, showing that Prescott can, at long last, take the Cowboys beyond the limitations of his playoff-pocked past.
The Dallas Cowboys’ offense is going through a metamorphosis this season with Brian Schottenheimer taking over as the new playcaller. Schottenheimer’s fresh voice, far more run-oriented approach and newfound desire to play to Prescott’s strengths should have him better set to acclimate.
“Experience in the attack front; that helps,” – Brian Schottenheimer
Outside of Elam, the Cowboys did little else this offseason to address the cornerback depth. They acquired him, trading for him from the Buffalo Bills. Elam has been the most consistent so far, taking a strong showing in the abbreviated spring training and building on it with big plays through August’s workdays. Given his drive to succeed, he has the potential to be a highly productive member of the Cowboys’ defensive front.
Apart from the above-mentioned shifts, the Cowboys have discovered talent in other leagues. Perrion Winfrey shows out for the UFL’s Birmingham Stallions. While he was with the team, he compiled 29 total tackles, two tackles for loss and one sack. His performance earned him first-team All-UFL honors. The Cowboys have already hit on Pro Bowl talent by signing USFL stars kicker Brandon Aubrey and returner kaVontae Turpin. This action underscores their silver-booted belief that the best rosters are made through varied approaches.
“Change of scenery helps a lot of people. Lot of people, they go to a team, it doesn’t work out. Then they go somewhere else and for whatever reason it fits. Is it the culture? Is it the defense? Is it them going, ‘Hell, I don’t ever want to be traded again’? And I think some guys take it personal. I don’t think Kaiir took it personal, but I do think he’s got a chip on his shoulder just because he wants to be a great player.” – Brian Schottenheimer
He missed nine games as he had right hamstring avulsion repair surgery. As he approaches free agency at the conclusion of this season, his on-field performance is paramount. It should affect both the success of the team this year and his own future contract negotiations.
The Cowboys are looking to build momentum down the stretch. Fans and analysts are counting the days to see if Prescott will even take a snap over the course of the preseason. His ability to adapt to Schottenheimer’s new offensive philosophy while maintaining peak performance will be vital as Dallas aims for success in what could be a pivotal year.
As the Cowboys prepare for their upcoming games, fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see if Prescott will take any snaps in the preseason. His ability to adapt to Schottenheimer’s new offensive philosophy while maintaining peak performance will be vital as Dallas aims for success in what could be a pivotal year.
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