Cowboys’ Dak Prescott Feeling ‘Sense of Urgency’ to Win As He Turns 30

Entering his eighth season at the helm of America's team, Prescott feels the pressure to lead Dallas to its first Super Bowl title since 1995.

Despite not reaching a conference title game so far in his seven-year career, the quarterback of America’s team appears to be itching for a championship as he heads into his eighth season with the Dallas Cowboys.

The 2016 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, who has led Dallas to four playoff appearances, turns 30 later this month. Nick Eatman of DallasCowboys.com bluntly asked the two-time Pro Bowl selection: “does turning 30 make it even more urgent for you to win?”

“One thousand percent,” said Prescott. “Just understanding injuries and what I’ve been throughout my career and understanding that you don’t have forever to play this game. I’m blessed for every moment that I get. Just trying to take it with a sense of urgency.”

Prescott, who owns a 61–36 record as a starter in the NFL, appears to be taking notice of the class of up-and-coming star gunslingers, but he also seems to be looking forward to the challenges that group poses.

“Knowing that I am the old guy, going into Year 8, seeing some of the young guys, some of the rookies and seeing the difference in eight years,” Prescott said. “It’s fun and challenging at times, knowing that I stay connected and stay in the now with what's cool and whatnot. But this game is beautiful. It doesn’t matter how old you are because you play this game like a kid.”

After a somewhat disappointing 2022 campaign that saw him lead the league with 15 interceptions, the veteran appears determined to bounce back and bring a title to the Lone Star State.