Dak has gone from bus driver to the threshold of elite

GimmeTheBall! · Oct 4, 2021

Yes bland and workaday fans, this is not the same Dak who was formerly only workmanlike, robotic and with few flashes of greatness in him.

But, if 4 games is an indicator, Dak Prescott is now in the pantheon of NFL stars, joining his contemporaries i.e. Brady, Mahomes and Wilson.

And after the first game against the Bugs when Dark was a pass a happy QB with 400+ passing yards and our ground game was abysmal, I called for a more balanced attack with equal parts running and gunnin' the ball.
Since then, Dak has been 3-0. Yes, I am like a football genus.

And, me lovable squatters, haulers and drywall contractors, the following is what will keep Dak elite, steady and healthy: pounding the rock and passing the ball as a powerful change-up and not overly exposing himself as a passer.

Hollah, and brings me a dollah!

Bullflop · Oct 4, 2021

Dak always has been a dedicated guy with an exceptional work ethic. He's been improving incrementally most years and is knocking at the door to be an elite QB. I think he'll need to improve his ball security to reach his peak, however. Awareness of the ball when he's under duress should save him some problems, without a doubt. I believe he'll keep improving, even toward the end of his career. It's rare to see a QB improve his accuracy and quicken his release to the extent Dak has. He's really a good example of hard work paying off.

Yobwocs · Oct 4, 2021

Dak was never a bus driver. But yes, he is definitely better now than he was when he started. He's improved every year except 2017, but improved yearly after that.

Easyout66 · Oct 4, 2021

Dak is dialed in, I think next year (health permitting) he's top 3 in the league

Blake · Oct 4, 2021

Never was a bus driver. These takes help me realize how very little the windbags on this board actually observe what they’ve been watching all these years. Or if they do observe, it’s without objectivity.

Irvin88_4life · Oct 4, 2021

Easyout66 said:
Dak is dialed in, I think next year (health permitting) he's top 3 in the league

Dak is top 3 right now but top 5 at worst

CowboysDrew · Oct 4, 2021

Good form old bean! He put the ball where needed. Not fond of your pish posh on our quarterback.

Still..we have a rollicking good time ahead.

Lets say..."BULLY" and give the opposition what for!

Yobwocs · Oct 4, 2021

Irvin88_4life said:
Dak is top 3 right now but top 5 at worst

Brady
Mahomes
Rodgers
Murray
Dak

I don't think anyone else is playing better. Let's see how Carr responds tomorrow against a tough division opponent. Same applies for Herbert. If they play out of their minds, they have an argument. Wilson looks good this year, but not as good as the guys above him. And Allen is rolling thru the worst teams in the NFL so I need to see more. Stafford had a miserable game against the Cardinals. Final statline doesn't tell the whole story.... he added an extra TD in the end to mask his really bad game. Cousins... well damn that Browns game was ugly.

Yup, Dak is top 5 for sure.

Easyout66 · Oct 4, 2021

Irvin88_4life said:
Dak is top 3 right now but top 5 at worst

I think he's top 2 personally, Patrick Macholms (spelling wrong I know) of QBs you would want to build a team around but just to be subjective I'd say PM, Brady, Wilson, Rodgers, Stafford, kid in Arizona, Wentz (kidding!), And Dak could all be in someone's top 3 without looking like a total nutjob

Yoshimitsu · Oct 4, 2021

The way he runs this offense its a beauty to watch. He makes the right calls and puts the offense in the right situation to succeed. Him and Kellen are dialed in. Dak is the coach on the field.

BrassCowboy · Oct 4, 2021

GimmeTheBall! said:
Yes bland and workaday fans, this is not the same Dak who was formerly only workmanlike, robotic and with few flashes of greatness in him.

But, if 4 games is an indicator, Dak Prescott is now in the pantheon of NFL stars, joining his contemporaries i.e. Brady, Mahomes and Wilson.

And after the first game against the Bugs when Dark was a pass a happy QB with 400+ passing yards and our ground game was abysmal, I called for a more balanced attack with equal parts running and gunnin' the ball.
Since then, Dak has been 3-0. Yes, I am like a football genus.

And, me lovable squatters, haulers and drywall contractors, the following is what will keep Dak elite, steady and healthy: pounding the rock and passing the ball as a powerful change-up and not overly exposing himself as a passer.

Hollah, and brings me a dollah!

It is nice to see that he doesn't have to pass for 400 yards anymore

BigDPlayer · Oct 4, 2021

GimmeTheBall! said:
Yes bland and workaday fans, this is not the same Dak who was formerly only workmanlike, robotic and with few flashes of greatness in him.

But, if 4 games is an indicator, Dak Prescott is now in the pantheon of NFL stars, joining his contemporaries i.e. Brady, Mahomes and Wilson.

And after the first game against the Bugs when Dark was a pass a happy QB with 400+ passing yards and our ground game was abysmal, I called for a more balanced attack with equal parts running and gunnin' the ball.
Since then, Dak has been 3-0. Yes, I am like a football genus.

And, me lovable squatters, haulers and drywall contractors, the following is what will keep Dak elite, steady and healthy: pounding the rock and passing the ball as a powerful change-up and not overly exposing himself as a passer.

Hollah, and brings me a dollah!

THRESHOLD? Are you high? Dak is BALLING out and has been before the injury and this season. MVP 100% for sure. Threshold my arse!! ELITE BABY! Savor it. Love it. Milk it. Suck it down raw and unfiltered!! Our QB IS ELITE and our years of glory are here and now. Sit back, relax, and sacvor the flavor of a championship level QB!! GO COWBOYS!!!

BrassCowboy · Oct 4, 2021

BigDPlayer said:
THRESHOLD? Are you high? Dak is BALLING out and has been before the injury and this season. MVP 100% for sure. Threshold my arse!! ELITE BABY! Savor it. Love it. Milk it. Suck it down raw and unfiltered!! Our QB IS ELITE and our years of glory are here and now. Sit back, relax, and sacvor the flavor of a championship level QB!! GO COWBOYS!!!

Hey now calm yourself down there fella, we old timers have 26 years of filth to wash off.

It is fun to watch this year though.

BigDPlayer · Oct 4, 2021

BrassCowboy said:
Hey now calm yourself down there fella, we old timers have 26 years of filth to wash off.
It is fun to watch this year though.

I am right there with you, I am 50 years old. I've lived through the 70s glory, the 80's almost, the 90's glory, the 00' ***, the 10' DEZ CAUGHT IT era, and now the 20' hope.

This team is seriously legit. And it is the drafting process Garrett implemented. I know that is unpopular but we craved that kind of structure and PROCESS forever. Love him or hate him, he was all about process and we are starting to see that dedication and consistency come to fruition. That's all I will say about that.

I am high, I am drunk on the majesty of this first month. And I am so hopeful we can carry it through to a successful season.

All in all? Bottom line? It is just plain FUN and exciting to watch this team come together and build a sense of character. A sense of team. An identity.

I am loving the ride and bathing in the success. and F*#! the EAGLES!!! GO COWBOYS!!!

Irvin88_4life · Oct 4, 2021

Easyout66 said:
I think he's top 2 personally, Patrick Macholms (spelling wrong I know) of QBs you would want to build a team around but just to be subjective I'd say PM, Brady, Wilson, Rodgers, Stafford, kid in Arizona, Wentz (kidding!), And Dak could all be in someone's top 3 without looking like a total nutjob

Stafford and Wilson shouldn't be in top 3. Mahomes, Rodgers, Brady, Dak and Murray in no particular order.

GimmeTheBall! · Oct 4, 2021

BigDPlayer said:
THRESHOLD? Are you high? Dak is BALLING out and has been before the injury and this season. MVP 100% for sure. Threshold my arse!! ELITE BABY! Savor it. Love it. Milk it. Suck it down raw and unfiltered!! Our QB IS ELITE and our years of glory are here and now. Sit back, relax, and sacvor the flavor of a championship level QB!! GO COWBOYS!!!

Yes, high. Is that a bad thing?

doomsday9084 · Oct 4, 2021

Some of the throws Dak has made this year have been incredible. The big thing is that he is consistently making great throws, hitting players right in the pocket. In years past, throws were frequently in catching range, but a little behind or high or low or something. He has threaded a lot of needles this year.

Not sure what he did to improve but kudos to him. IMO, that is what was holding him back from being a top QB in the past and the issue seems to be gone.

CalPolyTechnique · Oct 4, 2021

GimmeTheBall! said:
Yes bland and workaday fans, this is not the same Dak who was formerly only workmanlike, robotic and with few flashes of greatness in him.

But, if 4 games is an indicator, Dak Prescott is now in the pantheon of NFL stars, joining his contemporaries i.e. Brady, Mahomes and Wilson.

And after the first game against the Bugs when Dark was a pass a happy QB with 400+ passing yards and our ground game was abysmal, I called for a more balanced attack with equal parts running and gunnin' the ball.
Since then, Dak has been 3-0. Yes, I am like a football genus.

And, me lovable squatters, haulers and drywall contractors, the following is what will keep Dak elite, steady and healthy: pounding the rock and passing the ball as a powerful change-up and not overly exposing himself as a passer.

Hollah, and brings me a dollah!

That’s exactly why folks getting excited about 400+ yard games by Dak are dimwits.

I’ll take a balanced offensive attack and Dak playing efficiently any day over the “dAx th3 onleee Qb to thrOw for 400 yArdz in 4 str8ght gAmez!!!!” crowd.

2016 was the right approach, except now you’re getting Dak in his prime with a full grasp of the offense and confidence off the charts.

CowboyoWales · Oct 4, 2021

The Apocalypse is neigh, we have near Balance in the Force.

CowboyoWales · Oct 4, 2021

doomsday9084 said:
Some of the throws Dak has made this year have been incredible. The big thing is that he is consistently making great throws, hitting players right in the pocket. In years past, throws were frequently in catching range, but a little behind or high or low or something. He has threaded a lot of needles this year.

Not sure what he did to improve but kudos to him. IMO, that is what was holding him back from being a top QB in the past and the issue seems to be gone.

No evidence to back it up, but i'd say it's a focus on making more difficult throws from further out rather than stalling as we accumulate yards and then not being able to convert when we're deep in the redzone.

That and a two pronged running threat (and more viable receiving options) give a balanced and less predictable offense.

Looking good indeed.

Dak has gone from bus driver to the threshold of elite

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