Dak Prescott Moves To Bench After Another Interception in Cowboys Embarrassing Blowout by Lions

The Dallas Cowboys are struggling mightily against the Detroit Lions in their week 6 matchup at AT&T Stadium. Entering the third quarter trailing by a mile, the Cowboys saw their deficit increase after Dak Prescott's second interception led to another Lions touchdown, bringing the score to 47-9 with 13:18 remaining in the game.

And in the second half of the final quarter? Dak has moved to the bench, giving way to backup QB Cooper Rush and other second-teamers.

The Cowboys' latest misstep came after a promising drive was cut short by an errant Prescott pass. After failing to convert a 3rd and 6 at their own 32-yard line, Prescott’s deep pass intended for receiver Jalen Brooks on fourth down was intercepted by Lions defensive back Brian Branch, who returned the ball to the Cowboys' 4-yard line. Cooper Rush would come in on the next drive.

Detroit capitalized immediately, with quarterback Jared Goff finding wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown in the end zone for a quick score, pushing the Lions ahead by 38 points.

Earlier in the game, the Cowboys are having difficulty finding any rhythm on offense. Despite a strong 70-yard kickoff return from KaVontae Turpin, the Cowboys were unable to build momentum. They managed only two field goals, with kicker Brandon Aubrey converting attempts from 34 and 50 yards.

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Defensively, the Cowboys have allowed big plays throughout the contest. The Lions’ offense, led by Goff, capitalized on nearly every Cowboys mistake, including a 37-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Jameson Williams in the third quarter.

Now down 47-9, the Cowboys must regroup as they enter the fourth quarter. With 13:18 left in the game, Dallas will need to fight to avoid their third loss of the season.