Dak Prescott reports hand injury is not serious after hit from Texans

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Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Dak Prescott reports hand injury is not serious after hit from Texans
Summary

Dak Prescott sustained a right hand injury during the Cowboys' matchup against the Texans on October 4, 2026. Prescott was sacked three times and hit 12 times, with a notable pressure from Jadeveon Clowney. He indicated after the game that he was "perfectly fine", despite a wrap on his hand. The Cowboys emerged victorious with a 34-31 score, highlighted by Prescott's touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb in the final minute. Prescott also tied Roger Staubach for the second-highest regular-season wins in franchise history.

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  • •Dak Prescott suffered a hand injury from a cleat during the game.
  • •The Cowboys defeated the Texans 34-31.
  • •Prescott threw a game-winning touchdown to CeeDee Lamb.
  • •He reported feeling 'perfectly fine' postgame.
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  • 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Dak Prescott took a cleat to his throwing hand, but says he's "perfectly fine"
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Dak Prescott was sacked three times and hit 12 with Texans pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. living in the Cowboys' backfield.

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