Dak Prescott Pulled from Finale After Stellar Season, Cowboys Miss Playoffs

Dak Prescott delivered one of his best seasons, but the Dallas Cowboys missed the playoffs, leading to his early exit from Week 18's loss to the Giants after just one half. Despite the team's disappointing outcome, Prescott's strong individual performance is cited as a source of optimism for the team's potential in 2026. The decision to sit Prescott was influenced by Dallas exiting the postseason picture.