Dallas Cowboys can’t catch a break. In week 17, the Philadelphia Eagles crushed them 41-7. It looked like a repeat of week 10 when the Cowboys were bruised by the Eagles 34-6: Two of their most embarrassing games this season. The Cowboys now sit at 7-9 and have to contemplate what all went wrong. The good part? Thankfully, they have just one game against the Washington Commanders left. But here’s the thing: After their latest loss to the Eagles, their QB Dak Prescott had some things to say.

But before we get to the QB, here is what left guard Tyler Smith had to say about the game. “It’s extremely hard (to lose this way),” Smith told reporters in the locker room. “But one thing I can definitely say is nobody on our sideline quit—not one person threw in a towel, folded, started pointing fingers, or any of that.” That being said, he also stated that the team was ready to put in more effort. However, Dak Prescott sounded hopeless.

After being sidelined for the rest of the season because of a hamstring avulsion against the Atlanta Falcons in November, he has been forced to watch his team’s season glitter away.

According to insider Jon Machota, Dak Prescott shared his thoughts on Dallas’ disappointing season and stated, “Nobody plans to lose. Nobody plans to have a losing season. You expect playoffs every year. You expect to win this division. It sucks. It’s frustrating.”

But this isn’t the first time. When the Cowboys lost to the Texans 34-10 (Week 11), Prescott confessed his deep feelings after the game. He hinted at the franchise’s uncertainty about making the playoffs. “The other day, after the game, I guess it all just hit me. Boom, right. A couple of tears came down.”

“This is going to hurt. It’s going to suck at times. You just have to understand this is one of the moments that it does. I don’t want anything right now other than to let it suck.”

Prescott’s words captured the deep frustration of a season slipping away and his willingness to confront it head-on. Instead of brushing off the pain, he chose to acknowledge it. For him, these moments of hardship are part of the journey, and he embraces them as fuel for future success. This honesty not only resonates with fans but also shows his unrelenting determination to bounce back stronger, regardless of the setbacks.

Dak Prescott: Injury update; When will he return?

There had been growing buzz that Dak Prescott could return to face the Philadelphia Eagles, but that didn’t happen. His hamstring injury needed surgery and then subsequent rest.

The setback has kept him sidelined during a critical point in the season, leaving fans anxious for updates on his progress.

On Dec. 23, reporter Jon Machota shared encouraging news on X: “NBC’s Melissa Stark said Cowboys QB Dak Prescott (hamstring) told her he got off crutches last week. He’s about a month away from starting to run. Prescott is adamant that he will be fully ready for offseason workouts in April.”

While a return this season isn’t on the cards, Prescott’s determination to recover fully and prepare for next year is clear. His steady progress, paired with his optimistic outlook, offers hope for a stronger Cowboys campaign next year. For now, Prescott’s focus remains on rebuilding for the future.

Despite the tough season and his injury, Dak Prescott is showing nothing but grit and determination. Sure, this year hasn’t gone as planned, but his honest take on things and his dedication to getting back on track give Cowboys fans something to hold on to.

He is all about facing challenges head-on and keeping a positive outlook, proving that setbacks are just part of the process. But one thing’s clear: He is laser-focused on bouncing back stronger and leading the team to brighter days. What do you think?