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Dak Prescott: If I had to play a game today, I definitely could – Charean Williams, PFT
QB1 says he could play today.
Dak Prescott won’t play a real game for another five months, and his surgically repaired hamstring is almost healed now.
“If I had to play a game today, I definitely could do that,” the Cowboys quarterback said Friday, via Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. “It’s about moving forward healthy to make sure I can play 17-20 times when the time is right.”
Video on social media has shown Prescott throwing to teammates at a local high school in preparation for the opening of the team’s offseason program on Monday.
Prescott’s right hamstring tore off the bone in a Week 9 game against the Falcons, and he underwent surgery Nov. 13.
“I’m getting close to where I want to be,” Prescott said. “I don’t want to put a percentage on it. I know we got team activities coming up. I imagine myself being involved in some sort, if not all. Then again, understanding my age and what I’ve been through, it’s about being ready for the fall. I’m not rushing anything, but I’m where I want to be.”
How Cowboys’ Dak Prescott approached changing his body after tearing hamstring – Calvin Watkins, Dallas Morning News
Dak Prescott has attacked his rehab full throttle, and it’s paying off.
The videos of a slim down Dak Prescott caused a stir on social media recently.
On Friday night, the Cowboys quarterback told everyone to hold off on giving him the nickname Slim Dak.
How about Redistribution Dak.
Prescott said he’s moved some weight to his legs as part of the rehab process of his recovery from a torn hamstring injury, suffered in Week 8 against Atlanta in the 2024 season. If anything, Prescott said he weighs the same, listed at 238, it’s just moved around.
“It’s just the work I’ve put into it,” Prescott said before the annual Children’s Cancer Fund gala. “Unfortunately, I’ve been through this process of recovering from injuries before. I embrace it and I know a better version of me is on the other side. That’s just the way I approach this whole offseason, this whole rehab process and a sense of that I’ve moved weight around and I’ve lost weight. But I feel great and getting very, very close every day.”
When the Cowboys open voluntary workouts on Monday at The Star, Prescott will be in attendance but won’t participate much, as he’s still recovering from a hamstring injury in which the tendon tore off the bone. Yet, his movements in videos displayed on social media, where he throws passes to teammates at Celina High School, lead to some excitement that he has recovered.
“I’m getting close to where I want to be,” Prescott said. “I don’t want to put a percentage on it. I know we got team activities coming up. I image myself being involved in some sort, not all, but then again, understand my age (31) and what I had and what I went through, it’s about getting to the fall and being my best in the fall and not rush into anything.”
Next Man Up: Contract suggests new role for Bell? – Nick Eatman, DallasCowboys.com
Markquese Bell could play more than he ever has in 2025.
The Present: Like with most players when a new coaching staff comes in, the jury is out on Bell’s specific role with the defense. We haven’t been able to see how new DC Matt Eberflus will utilize Bell, but one thing seems pretty clear – he will at least have a bigger role this year. The reason for that is simply the fact the Cowboys chose to re-sign him to a three-year contract, avoiding restricted free agency with Bell, who is expected to earn anywhere from $9 million to $12 million with this contract, depending on his play-time and other incentives. But the Cowboys seem to have a bigger vision for Bell, perhaps in a similar way to what we saw two years ago when he surpassed the 100-tackle mark.
The Future: There might be other positions on the team that are deemed to be more intriguing, but safety should at least be in the mix, mainly because of the depth in numbers the Cowboys have accumulated at safety. Giving Bell a three-year deal suggests he’s a big part of the plans. But let’s not forget Juanyeh Thomas and Israel Mukuamu were both re-signed and those are just the projected backups behind Donovan Wilson and Malik Hooker, who both signed new contracts in the last two years. Bell getting the most recent three-year deal is a sign that he will compete for a starting job and should have a role that will keep him on the field both on defense and special teams. He’s got tackling ability like a linebacker with speed and size of a safety. That could be a dangerous combination for mismatches. But Bell also has to make sure he can shed blocks when he’s in the trenches and meets up with the oversized offensive linemen. Finding the role for Bell will be something to watch this offseason but the Cowboys have at least showed part of their hand – with the contact – that it’s a bigger priority this year.
Former NFL scout reveals his ideal top 3 rounds for the Dallas Cowboys – Mario Herrera Jr., Inside The Star
Bryan Broaddus picks would address some major needs on the first two days of the NFL Draft.
WR Tetairoa McMillan, University of Arizona
Selecting WR Tetairoa McMillan with the 12th overall pick would provide quarterback Dak Prescott with a formidable target.
McMillan’s impressive college career showcased his exceptional route-running, reliable hands, and ability to make contested catches.
Standing at 6’4″ with remarkable athleticism, he poses a significant red-zone threat and can stretch the field vertically.
Pairing McMillan with CeeDee Lamb would create a dynamic receiving duo, challenging opposing defenses and opening up the passing game.
CB Shavon Revel Jr., East Carolina University
At the 44th overall pick, CB Shavon Revel Jr. offers the Cowboys an opportunity to strengthen their secondary.
Revel Jr. is known for his agility, ball-hawking skills, and physical playstyle. His ability to read quarterbacks and anticipate routes makes him a valuable asset in pass coverage.
With Trevon Diggs recovering from injury and contract negotiations ongoing with DaRon Bland, adding depth at cornerback is a prudent move.
Revel Jr.’s presence would provide immediate competition and potential starting capability in the defensive backfield.
The East Carolina Pirate would be yet another first-round talent to drop in the draft because of injury, only to have the Cowboys scoop him up in the second round.
NFL Insider praises Jerry Jones for doing the bare minimum for Dallas Cowboys and it’s just not right – Mauricio Rodriguez, AtoZ Sports
This was certainly a weird thing to give Jerry Jones kudos for.
Let me start off by saying: I love Albert Breer’s work as an NFL insider and as a writer on The MMQB. He’s one of the best in the business and I never miss his weekly column. But I’ve got to be honest with you: His take on Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones completely misses the mark of what’s harming the franchise on an every day basis.
On Thursday, Texas wide receiver Matthew Golden uploaded a picture with Jerry Jones from his pre-draft visit to Frisco, Texas, with the caption “Dat man” referring to the Cowboys owner. Naturally, it generated all kinds of reactions. But one stood out above all of them.
“I’ll give Jerry credit—at 82, the guy could be aboard his bazillion-dollar yacht literally anywhere he wants in the world,” Breer posted on X. “Instead, he’s in Frisco, taking part in 30 visits.”
I’ll give Jerry credit—at 82, the guy could be aboard his bazillion-dollar yacht literally anywhere he wants in the world. Instead, he’s in Frisco, taking part in 30 visits. https://t.co/z996fMCTL4
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) April 10, 2025
I can’t have it. That would be the perfect take if Jerry Jones was the team’s owner and nothing more. But he already gets more credit than he deserves by merely holding the title of “general manager.” Regardless of age, that is his decision and one he stubbornly defends on a yearly basis.
A general manager should be at a team’s Top 30 visits because it’s part of his job. Period. I don’t get praised at work for showing up to the weekly editorial meeting. This is what the kids call “doing the bare minimum,” like a boyfriend getting praise for simply being there for his girl if she’s feeling down.
Possible Pick: Nick Martin plays like a heat-seeking missile, flying under the radar – Tommy Yarrish, DallasCowboys.com
Linebacker Nick Martin could give the Cowboys good depth and a player with tremendous upside.
Name: Nick Martin
Position: Linebacker
College: Oklahoma State
Height/Weight: 5’11 ½ / 221
Did You Know? Martin, a graduate of Pleasant Grove high school in Texarkana, exploded onto the scene in 2023 when he tallied 140 tackles, the most by an Oklahoma State player since 1984. It was also the most from a Big 12 Conference player since 2018 and locked him into being a first-team All-Big 12 linebacker.
Where He’s Projected:
Because of a knee injury that sidelined him for most of the 2024 season and concerns about his size at the linebacker position, most projections have Martin being selected on Day 3.
How He Helps the Cowboys:
The Cowboys have beefed up their linebacker room this offseason with the additions of Kenneth Murray Jr. via trade and signing Jack Sanborn, plus already having young talent on the roster in the form of Marist Liufau and DeMarvion Overshown.
If Martin’s projection does end up being where he falls though, he’s a high upside player that plays like a heat-seeking missile when he’s fully healthy and his breakout year in 2023 puts it on tape. Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus is a linebacker savant, and there’s a lot of traits to like from Martin’s game.
With Overshown set to miss some time in the 2025 season because of his knee injury, Martin would be a similar style of player in terms of his ability to fly to the ball and lay the lumber on ball carriers. His 4.53 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine was the fifth fastest amongst all linebackers in this draft class, a good sign considering the injury he’s returning from.