Dallas Cowboys’ quarterback Dak Prescott suffered a devastating ankle injury in the Week 5 game against the NY Giants that will force him to miss the rest of the 2020 NFL season. Prescott underwent successful surgery on his ankle on Sunday night and is now looking towards a four to six months recovery period.
Prescott got injured in the third quarter during a run attempt. He was tackled by Giants’ corner Logan Ryan after nine yards, with his ankle being stuck in an awkward position.
The 27-year-old quarterback was immediately carted off the field and later diagnosed with fracture and dislocation of his right ankle.
“He is an inspiration to everyone he touches,” said Cowboys’ owner Jerry Jones. “He has all of our love and support. And we have no doubt that he will return to the position of leadership and purpose that he brings to our team.”
The injury represents a big blow for the Cowboys, who had Super Bowl aspirations this year, but even more for Dak Prescott himself. Prescott was in the midst of a career-best season in which he was threatening to break several records.
In the first four weeks of the season, Prescott led the NFL with 1,690 passing yards, which is also the most by any Cowboys’ QB in the same period. He also had three consecutive games with 450 or more passing yards, while also throwing nine touchdowns.
It’s also important to note that Prescott was playing on a $31.4 million franchise tag, after previously rejecting several of Dallas’ long-term contract offers. He reportedly wanted to further prove himself in 2020 in order to command an even bigger deal next year.
While Prescott’s injury is heart-breaking given all circumstances, he will most likely be able to return to be the same or close to the player he was. It only remains to be seen whether it will be with the Cowboys or with some other team that will take advantage of Dallas’ hesitation.
