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QB Dak Prescott gave a fitting reply to the Lions at the AT&T stadium. The Cowboys have made sure that their home ground remains their fortress. The Cowboys have not lost a single one when they hit they hit their home this season. Even the reigning Super Bowl champs are struggling to register consecutive home wins. At the right time Dak Prescott has shown the country how can you justify the expectations of the home crowd.

In the post-match presser, Prescott eagerly shed light on the Cowboys’ remarkable comeback. The team has upsurged after biting the dust at the hands of the AFC. It rarely happens that the Cowboys lose two in a row. It took 2 years for the Cowboys to lose the second game, but the definitive comeback at their home ground has bolstered their records at the right time.

QB Dak Prescott and the Cowboys are learning to deal with ‘Emotional Discipline’

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After losing out on a heartbreaker against the Dolphins last week, the Cowboys’ momentum before the playoffs took a decent hit. The nail-biting win against fellow NFC rivals has given the team much-needed confidence. After defeating the Lions 20-19, the Cowboys have learned now to not lose their grip when it matters the most. After the game, Prescott shared his insights.

A reporter incited Prescott by drawing the similarities between their last loss against the Dolphins and their recent win against the Lions. Both the results flipped at the last second. The reporter asked Prescott about the recovery pattern, “How much can you see growth even just from week to week?” Dak Prescott was quick to acknowledge the emotional part of the game.

He further gave insight into the Cowboys’ mindset and gave due credit to McCarthy and shared his message, “Coach talks about right, Our emotional discipline, and maturity of willing ourselves to win”. He applauded the efforts made by the offense and defense throughout the game. Prescott commended his team for stepping up at the right time.

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With playoffs in hindsight: the Cowboys picked up the roll!

Dak Prescott indulged us with the timing of the win, “That’s the part that is really going to separate these teams here as you get into the playoffs.” He was quick to remind the fans about his message, “Who has the ability to emotionally and be disciplined to lock in.” He understood that the teams are reluctant to play the best football required and gave his due credit to the Cowboys for practicing this during last week.

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A win is a win. It will not matter whether the score is 20-19 or 20-20. QB Dak Prescott holds the right demeanor as he understands what is required. The NFL is approaching its end game as the playoffs are just around the corner. Nonetheless, Prescott has given the best New Year Gift to the fanbase after clinching a nail-biter.

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