Dallas Cowboys release significant Dak Prescott injury update

Dak Prescott is dealing with a hip injury, but his status for Week 12 looks much better after the Dallas Cowboys released their Thursday practice report.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott throws a pass during the second half against the Las Vegas Raiders. | Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

The Dallas Cowboys had a scare on Wednesday when star quarterback Dak Prescott popped up with a hip injury.

Head coach Brian Schottenheimer was quick to dismiss any concerns, saying Prescott was just dinged up. He also said they were just trying to be smart with Prescott.

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There was even better news on Thursday as the Cowboys released their latest practice report. This time, Prescott was listed as a full participant after being limited the day before.

Dak Prescott (hip) upgraded to a full participant today pic.twitter.com/epYiuyqazX

— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) November 20, 2025

That's excellent news for a team preparing to play the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles, who also happened to defeat the Cowboys in Week 1.

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Dak Prescott health is key to Dallas Cowboys' success

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott looks to pass against the Las Vegas Raiders. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Prescott signed a four-year extension worth $240 million last season, making him the highest-paid player in the league. He then missed nine games due to a hamstring injury, and the offense struggled without him.

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During his career, Prescott has missed significant time in three seasons and the team hasn't had the same success without him. Dallas is 80-51-1 with Prescott and just 13-13 without him. That's why his presence is vital for the Cowboys if they want to have any chance at making a run at the playoffs.

Prescott has been playing at an MVP level for much of the season. He enters Week 12 with 2,587 yards passing with 21 touchdown passes and just six interceptions.

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