Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys are beginning to really feel good about themselves once more after a decisive victory at residence on Sunday over the LA Rams, 43-20. That’s two consecutive wins since their embarrassing loss to San Francisco a number of weeks again, 42-10. With division rival Philadelphia on deck, Prescott appears to have swapped personas with crew proprietor Jerry Jones.
Whereas Jones doesn’t wish to poke the bear (for as soon as), Prescott was fairly talkative following Sunday’s win and even mentioned to pour honey on him if he’s in a struggle with a bear. That proverbial will take the type of an eagle wearing inexperienced in Week 9. Final yr, these groups cut up the season collection, with Prescott, and Jalen Hurts every lacking a type of video games.
So, this would be the first time the 2 quarterbacks have gone head-to-head in over two years. The final time got here in Week 4 of the 2021 marketing campaign when Dak was clearly the higher QB. Dallas swept the collection that season, but it surely’s a completely completely different ball recreation this time.
By no means underestimate division rivalries
Though Philly hasn’t been dominant this yr, they nonetheless boast the most effective file within the NFL (7-1) and maintain a two-game lead over Dallas within the NFC East. This crew simply appears to have the best formulation and is aware of learn how to win beneath any circumstance. Jalen Hurts may not be a prime MVP candidate like final yr, however his management, coupled with Nick Sirianni’s teaching employees, has this crew in prime place for an additional deep postseason run.
This Eagles protection continues to be fairly good and top-of-the-line at attending to the QB once more with 25 sacks, rating sixth within the league. Why Prescott would wish to poke at this bear, particularly going into Philly, is mind-boggling. He has performed nicely this yr however doesn’t have the most effective observe file in large video games. Prescott wants to guide the cost and again up that boastful perspective he’s carrying into this match-up.
If the Cowboys have any hopes of successful the NFC East, this season Sunday is a must-win. Falling three video games again of the Eagles inside the division will virtually guarantee a second straight NFC East title for Philadelphia. Dak might want to play lights out for Dallas to win this recreation. But when he doesn’t suppose the Eagles are utilizing his quotes as bulletin board materials, he’s misplaced his thoughts.
A loss to Philly in Week 9 possible means a wildcard berth at greatest for Dallas and occurring the highway within the playoffs. That is one time when following Jones’ lead could be what’s greatest for enterprise on the sphere. The Cowboys are 5-2 however aren’t far faraway from getting embarrassed in probably the most humiliating style lower than a month in the past. Now isn’t the time to start out speaking large and working your mouth.
