Dak Set to Break Cowboys’ All-Time Passing Record

In a pivotal matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles, Dak Prescott stands on the verge of breaking the Dallas Cowboys’ all-time passing record. A mere 160 yards will elevate Prescott above Tony Romo’s storied mark of 34,183 career passing yards. As of now, Prescott has accumulated 34,024 yards.

“I’m humbled and thankful to be healthy in this position,” Prescott commented. Reflecting on his journey, he said, “When you’ve played long enough and can stay healthy, hitting these milestones feels expected.” This season, he has thrown 21 touchdown passes and has only six interceptions.

Prescott’s Career Milestones

Throughout his career, Prescott has achieved several significant milestones:

• Currently leads the Cowboys in completions with 3,033.
• Ranks second in attempts with 4,521, just behind Troy Aikman.
• Notable for being third in wins with 80, trailing Aikman and Roger Staubach.
• Stands second in touchdown passes, with 247, close to Romo’s 234.
• Has the highest completion percentage in franchise history at 67.1%.

Coaching Insight

Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer expresses confidence in Prescott’s ability to achieve this milestone. “His focus remains on the team, not on personal records,” Schottenheimer noted. “If we perform at our best, he will reach this mark.” 

A Moment of Remembrance

This game holds extra significance as it marks the Cowboys’ first home match since the passing of Marshawn Kneeland. To honor him, players will wear shirts featuring Kneeland’s likeness during warmups. A tribute video and a moment of silence will also be part of the pre-game proceedings, with family members and his girlfriend, Catalina Mancera, in attendance.

Players’ Commitment

Team members are determined to honor Kneeland’s legacy through their performance. Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown stated, “Marshawn is rooted in us. We carry that motivation into every practice and game.” 

Special Teams Strategy

The Cowboys faced challenges during their recent game against the Las Vegas Raiders, particularly with an unorthodox onside kick attempt by the Raiders. Punter AJ Cole executed a high punt instead of a traditional kick, leading to confusion among Cowboys players. Although they failed to catch the initial bounce, George Pickens managed to recover the ball, averting a potential possession loss.

Special teams coordinator Nick Sorensen remarked on the rarity of such situations and emphasized the need for the team to be prepared, “It doesn’t happen often, so it’s important to remind the guys in our meetings.”

As Dak Prescott approaches this landmark achievement, the Cowboys rally not just for individual glory, but in strong remembrance of their fallen teammate. This blend of personal and collective motivation sets the stage for a crucial game ahead.