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Prescott Rejects Benching Talk, Guarantees a Different 2026 for Cowboys

Dallas enters Christmas Day at 6-8-1 after three straight losses.

Dec 21, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) signals towards the sideline following a play against the Los Angeles Chargers during the third quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Dec 21, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) participates in pregame warmups against the Los Angeles Chargers at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Dak Prescott said he would "fight" head coach Brian Schottenheimer if asked to sit the final two games.
  • The Cowboys are eliminated from playoff contention at 6-8-1 and face the Commanders on Christmas Day.
  • Prescott vowed Dallas "won't be back here in this spot" and promised change in 2026.
  • He framed finishing the season as a leadership duty and cited the chance to play on Christmas as added motivation.
  • Prescott ranks second in the NFL with 4,175 passing yards, leads in attempts and completions, has 28 touchdown passes, and earned his fourth Pro Bowl nod.