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Dak Prescott named NFL's most underappreciated QB ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 4:42 PM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Dak Prescott named NFL's most underappreciated QB ahead of 2026 season

Summary

Ahead of his 11th NFL season, Dak Prescott is receiving recognition as one of the league's top quarterbacks. Analysts point to his impressive 2025 performance, where he ranked sixth in ESPN's quarterback rankings. ESPN analyst Kevin Clark labeled Prescott the most underappreciated player in football, attributing this perception to factors beyond his control. Fellow analyst Harry Douglas predicts Prescott will be in the MVP conversation and lead the Cowboys as Super Bowl contenders in 2026, emphasizing the team's offensive strengths. The Cowboys will need to improve their defense to make a significant playoff run.

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By the Numbers

•Dak Prescott ranked sixth among QBs in ESPN's assessment.
•Kevin Clark labels Prescott the most underappreciated QB.
•Harry Douglas predicts Prescott's MVP potential in 2026.
•Dallas Cowboys aim to end a near 31-year playoff drought.
•Team's success hinges on improving a historically poor defense.

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4:42 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys’ Dak Prescott Called NFL’s ‘Most Underappreciated’ QB Amid MVP Prediction

What they're saying

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Analysts are championing the Dallas star's elite production, dismissing him as a punchline while forecasting a massive MVP charge and a long-awaited Super Bowl run for 2026.
— Yahoo Sports

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