Cowboys QB Dak Prescott 'deserves more credit' as 2026 season nears

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It can't be easy being the franchise quarterback of "America's Team." The expectations are always very high for the Dallas Cowboys, even when the supporting cast isn't strong enough to deliver team wins. That's the life of Dak Prescott, but considering he's one of the highest-paid athletes in the NFL, we're not too sad for him.

Still, Prescott continues to get underrated. His stats are strong, and he just ended a 4,000-yard passing season, but without a Super Bowl win or even playoff showing, he, of course, falls behind other quarterbacks on best-of lists.

Bleacher Report has released its tally of the best quarterbacks in the NFL going into the 2026 season. They graded players on accuracy, processing, arm talent, decision-making, pocket presence and leadership, so it was a good mix.

Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott needs more love​

Prescott is No. 8 on this tally, which is really nice to see, because he often falls lower on such lists. The publication recognizes that Prescott "deserves more credit and praise as one of the league's top signal-callers."

"He is entrusted with carrying the Cowboys' passing offense with his arm, and he answers the bell more often than not," the outlet says. "Prescott is a highly accurate passer in and outside of the pocket."

They add, "When protected and with high-caliber weapons at his disposal, he will put up All-Pro numbers. The Cowboys put their offensive fate into Prescott's hands, and he delivers."

So, Prescott is finally getting the love he deserves. Now, that will be even more so if he and Jerry Jones can lead this team deep into the playoffs.

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