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Dallas Cowboys' quarterback Dak Prescott is set to play against the Philadelphia Eagles today, despite a recent hip injury scare. The team, which has struggled with five losses so far, also mourns the recent passing of teammate Marshawn Kneeland.
Prescott spoke to the press on Thursday to provide an update on his hip. The 32-year-old veteran did not seem concerned. Prescott confirmed that he suffered the injury against the Raiders after falling on it during the game. The Cowboys star announced, however, that he was a full participant in Thursday’s practice.
Dak Prescott’s appearance on the Cowboys’ Week 12 injury report raised eyebrows on Wednesday. However, team owner Jerry Jones insists he’s not concerned.
For the Eagles, Lane Johnson (foot) was ruled out as expected after sustaining a Lisfranc injury. Cam Jurgens (concussion) was a full go on Friday and is questionable to play. He could be cleared by tomorrow of the league’s concussion protocol. Finally, edge rusher Jaelan Phillips carries no injury designation for the game.
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is likely to play Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Praise is being given to the Dallas Cowboys' medical staff for its quick in-game reaction when Dak Prescott was hurt - and a Tiger Woods comparison is being made FRISCO - The word most people used when describing Dak Prescott’s 2020 injury is "gruesome.
It should be noted that the Cowboys plan to be careful with practice moving forward as they're set to play plenty of games over a short span. Playing on Monday gives Dallas a shorter week, which will be followed by a game Sunday against the Eagles and another four days later against the Kansas City Chiefs.