Dak Prescott Stands Behind Mike McCarthy as Cowboys' Future Remains Uncertain

Uncertainty Surrounds McCarthy's Future

Following the Cowboys' 48-32 loss to the Green Bay Packers in the wild-card round, questions are swirling about the job status of Dallas coach Mike McCarthy. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones did not provide any insight into McCarthy's future, stating that he had not thought about it.

Jones emphasized his focus on whether the Cowboys would advance to the next round and play another game at AT&T Stadium. Disappointed by the loss, he expressed his intention to review the team's performance and then dismiss the team.

McCarthy has one more year left on his contract, during which he has achieved a 42-25 record in four regular seasons with the Cowboys. While he has led the team to three consecutive 12-win seasons and NFC East titles in 2021 and 2023, their playoff success has been limited, with only one victory.

Support from Dallas Players

Despite the uncertainty surrounding McCarthy's future, several Dallas players, including quarterback Dak Prescott and left guard Tyler Smith, have voiced their support for their coach. They appreciate McCarthy's commitment to their health and well-being throughout the season.

Prescott, who has had a remarkable season under McCarthy's guidance, defended his coach and highlighted the team's success due to his leadership. He acknowledged the business aspect of the NFL and expressed that if McCarthy's status is questioned, his own should be as well.

Prescott, who is signed through 2024, emphasized the importance of winning the Super Bowl and expressed his dedication to the team's success. Both Prescott and McCarthy's futures with the Cowboys remain uncertain.

The Future of McCarthy and Prescott

While McCarthy's future as the Cowboys' coach is up in the air, there are also questions about Prescott's future with the team. Prescott led the NFL in touchdown passes during the regular season and has been a key factor in the team's success.

Jerry Jones stated that he has not thought about Prescott's future and will not comment on it. He mentioned his focus on advancing in the playoffs and planning for future games at AT&T Stadium.

Prescott, who is set to count $59.4 million against the salary cap, expressed his disappointment with his performance in the playoff loss. He acknowledged his struggles during the game and stressed the importance of winning in the playoffs.

The uncertainty surrounding McCarthy and Prescott's future adds another layer of speculation to the Cowboys' offseason, as the team looks to make decisions that will shape their future success.