FRISCO (Texas) — Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott His right thumb was operated on Monday afternoon. Sources believe he will be absent for six to eight more weeks while he recovers from rehabilitation.
Prescott has a date in mind for his return, which is Oct. 30, vs. the Chicago Bears It could be as early as the 13th, but it is more likely that it will be the 13th. Green Bay Packers Mike McCarthy returns to Lambeau Field. The team has a Week9 bye.
Prescott was injured in the fourth quarter during the Cowboys’ 19-3 win over the Cowboys. Tampa Bay Buccaneers After he twice smashed his hand into the linebacker’s hand Shaq Barrett. After a screen pass, Ezekiel ElliottPrescott was unable to grip the ball and went to the sidelines.
Prescott commented that the team had told him it was cleaner than it should have been after the game. Prescott visited Dr. Thomas Diliberti on Monday, and underwent the surgery shortly thereafter.
McCarthy said, “You can see Dak’s personality. I mean, he would’ve had surgery last night if they would let him.” “That’s his wiring.”
Now, the Cowboys have to find a way to win without Prescott while Prescott recovers. They will start with Sunday’s matchup versus the Cincinnati Bengals With Cooper Rush Their starter. Prescott is out of the Cowboys’ lineup, and they are currently 5-7. Rush did win his first start in his career last year against them. Minnesota VikingsTossing for 325 yards with two touchdowns.
After replacing Prescott against Buccaneers, he completed 7 out 13 passes for 64 yard.
McCarthy stated, “I think the greatest thing, especially at quarterback position because obviously its importance is it is not to overreact to them.” “… We have to ensure that we give the players all the tools they need to win Sunday’s game. Cooper has been in our system for a while and is very familiar with our system. We won’t have to try not too hard or vice versa. Cooper gives us the opportunity to keep playing.”
McCarthy acknowledged the emotional challenges that Cowboys will face in losing their leader. Prescott was injured in 2020 and had to be out of the team for four weeks.
“Definitely going be difficult, but being part of the NFL, that’s all a piece of this game,” running back Tony Pollard said. “It has a 100% injury rate, so men get hurt. We just have to make up the difference. Everyone has to be able to keep going with what they are doing and not lose sight of the importance of their job.
McCarthy stated that the Cowboys are interested in adding a third quarterback. Will Grier Ready to take over the No. 2 role in Prescott’s absence? Prescott’s absence, Prescott will be taking the No. He has been a starter in two games during his career, both with Prescott. Carolina Panthers In 2019.