Trey Lance is eager for an opportunity with the Dallas Cowboys after Dak Prescott suffered a significant hamstring injury.
Lance, who was originally considered a potential future option for the Cowboys should Prescott be unavailable, now seeks a chance to step in after Prescott’s injury. The situation has become increasingly critical for head coach Mike McCarthy, as the Cowboys’ season hinges on next Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. A loss would drop Dallas to a 3-6 record, potentially ending their playoff hopes.
Given the high stakes, one of the key NFL storylines is who will fill in for Prescott, not only for this week’s game but possibly for the rest of the season.
Who is going to replace Dak Prescott?
For the game against the Eagles, Cooper Rush will start as the Cowboys’ quarterback. However, Trey Lance made it clear he is ready should the situation change.
“Last year was a whole different story. Having gone through the whole offseason program and this season up to this point, I feel prepared if that opportunity does happen at some point,” Lance said.
Who will be the Dallas Cowboys’ quarterback?
For now, Cooper Rush remains the Cowboys’ starting quarterback for the Eagles game. But if he struggles, head coach Mike McCarthy may turn to Trey Lance. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has suggested both quarterbacks could see action, and Lance responded to that possibility.
“Let’s talk to the coaching staff about that (laughs). I would love the opportunity to get on the field any way I can if that’s what the coaches think is best. I’m highly confident to run this offense. I’m in a real good spot with a full year under my belt,” Lance said.
Ultimately, the coaching staff will have the final say, but as always, Jones’ influence carries weight in these decisions.
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Cowboys’ daring forecast could result in a franchise-changing trade deadline
The Dallas Cowboys are facing a crucial game this Sunday as they travel to play the Atlanta Falcons. A victory would elevate the Cowboys to a 4-4 record, boosting morale ahead of the trade deadline. However, if they lose, they would drop to 3-5, potentially triggering significant changes within the organization.
With the trade deadline approaching on November 5, the Cowboys are considered one of the most interesting teams to monitor. A defeat against the Falcons could prompt them to make several trades. According to Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox, the team may look to offload players like Trey Lance and Eric Kendricks.
Knox stated, “The prediction here is that the Cowboys realize that they are approaching a rebuild—head coach Mike McCarthy still hasn’t received an extension beyond this season—and decide to stockpile draft capital at the deadline.” He also noted that while Dallas has $25.7 million in projected cap space for 2025, a significant portion may be needed for Micah Parsons’ extension, making it essential to refresh the roster with rookie contracts.
He suggested, “Expect Dallas to shop impending 2025 free agents like Kendricks, Lance, edge-rusher DeMarcus Lawrence, guard Zack Martin, and cornerback Jourdan Lewis in the coming days. Adding a player or two isn’t going to put Dallas in the 2024 Super Bowl conversation.”
A win on Sunday would help the Cowboys avoid these drastic measures, but a loss could set off a chain reaction of changes.
