Dak Prescott appears injured after hit in Cowboys game against Packers

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Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Dak Prescott appears injured after hit in Cowboys game against Packers
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Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys took a significant hit during a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 18, 2026. Following the hit from Packers defender Zaire Franklin, Prescott struggled to get back on his feet and threw an interception on the next play. He reported that the wind was knocked out of him but confirmed he wasn't considering leaving the game. Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer stated Prescott did not undergo x-rays after the hit, suggesting no serious injury. However, Prescott's performance seemed affected for the rest of the game.

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  • •Dak Prescott hit hard by Zaire Franklin during game against Packers.
  • •Prescott took time to recover after the hit.
  • •He threw an interception immediately following the hit.
  • •Coach Brian Schottenheimer reported no x-rays were performed on Prescott.
  • •Prescott indicated he was determined to stay in the game.
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