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Dak Prescott, the Dallas Cowboys‘ star quarterback, is facing a wave of skepticism as he recovers from a 2024 season-ending hamstring injury. EssentiallySports reported that NFL fans are increasingly favoring Carolina Panthers‘ quarterback Bryce Young over Prescott, despite the Cowboys’ veteran’s $60 million annual salary.
Young, who threw for 26 touchdowns in 2024, has won over fans with his potential, while Prescott’s recent performance-1,978 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 8 interceptions before his injury-has drawn criticism, especially given the Cowboys’ lack of a Super Bowl win during his tenure.
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Prescott, now in his 10th year, updated his recovery status during OTAs, participating in seven-on-seven drills and expressing confidence, saying, “If I had to play a game today, I definitely could.” However, his $240 million contract has been labeled “egregiously bad” by critics like Colin Cowherd, who also questioned Tua Tagovailoa’s deal, arguing Prescott isn’t a top-five quarterback.
Fans echo this sentiment, pointing to Prescott’s inability to lead Dallas to a championship, unlike predecessors Troy Aikman or Tony Romo, whom he’s close to surpassing in passing yards (31,437, just 2,746 shy of Romo’s record). The Cowboys’ 7-10 record in 2024 and a brutal 2025 schedule-facing six straight teams with 11+ wins from Week 12 to 17-only heighten doubts.
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Prescott has lost fans’ trust
Meanwhile, Bryce Young, the 2023 No. 1 overall pick, has revitalized his career after a rocky rookie year. His 26 touchdowns in 2024, a stark improvement, have sparked optimism, with fans on platforms like X praising his growth under new Panthers leadership. Young’s mobility and decision-making contrast with Prescott’s more static style, which some argue hasn’t evolved enough for playoff success.
The Cowboys’ acquisition of George Pickens aims to bolster Prescott’s options, but fans remain unconvinced, especially as Young’s lower salary offers the Panthers more roster flexibility.
The debate underscores a broader narrative: Prescott’s hefty contract and injury history make him a polarizing figure, while Young represents a fresh, cost-effective hope. As the Cowboys gear up for a challenging season opener against the Eagles on September 4, Prescott’s performance will be under scrutiny. For now, Young’s rising star has shifted fan faith, leaving Prescott to prove he can reclaim his standing and lead Dallas to the success that has eluded them for 30 years.
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