In a significant turn of events for the Dallas Cowboys, quarterback Joe Milton took over for Dak Prescott in the second half of a recent game. Prescott, who is in his 10th NFL season, struggled in the first half, completing 7 of 11 passes for just 70 yards.
Joe Milton’s Opportunity
With Prescott’s performance resulting in a total of 4,552 passing yards for the season, he led the league in this statistic. However, the Cowboys’ chances for postseason play are over, prompting the decision to give Milton some playing time.
League Statistics and Competition
- Prescott: 4,552 passing yards, leading the NFL
- Matthew Stafford: 4,448 passing yards, poised to surpass Prescott
- Jared Goff: 4,233 passing yards
- Drake Maye: 4,203 passing yards
This season is notable for the Cowboys as they have never had a quarterback lead the league in passing yards. With Stafford positioned to take the lead, the Cowboys’ historical struggles in this area continue.
Impact on Team Dynamics
The Cowboys entered the game against the New York Giants with Prescott on a 14-game win streak against them. However, as the halftime score stood at 16-10 in favor of the Giants, it became clear that the focus was shifting toward player safety and development.
Given the Cowboys are now eliminated from playoff contention, they opted to prioritize avoiding further injury to Prescott. Thus, the introduction of Milton not only provides him with valuable experience but also preserves Prescott’s health for future seasons.
The Cowboys will now assess Milton’s performance as they look ahead to next season, hoping for improvements and new opportunities.
