Dak Prescott has been recognized as one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL for the 2025 season. In a recent ranking by NFL.com writer Nick Shook, Prescott was positioned at No. 3 among all starting quarterbacks, placing him firmly in Tier 1 alongside other elite names such as Matthew Stafford, Josh Allen, Drake Maye, Justin Herbert, and Trevor Lawrence.
Shook noted, “Dak Prescott was the reason the Cowboys finished anywhere near .500 this season. He proved himself as one of the NFL”s best passers, completing a league-high 404 attempts for 4,552 yards and 30 touchdowns.” Prescott”s performance significantly contributed to the success of wide receiver George Pickens, who enjoyed a career-best season, showcasing Prescott”s value throughout the Dallas Cowboys” inconsistent campaign.
In 2025, Prescott demonstrated durability by participating in all 17 games for the Cowboys. He achieved a completion rate of 67.3%, amassing 4,552 yards, with 30 touchdowns against 10 interceptions. His statistics placed him in line with other top quarterbacks, including Stafford, Allen, and Maye, as the Cowboys navigated defensive challenges.
Prescott was notably recognized as the highest-ranked quarterback from the NFC East in Shook”s evaluation. In contrast, Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles was ranked No. 19, categorized in Tier 3. The New York Giants faced quarterback instability this season, with Jaxson Dart ranked No. 23 in Tier 4, while Jameis Winston and Russell Wilson were ranked No. 40 and No. 45, respectively, in Tiers 5 and 6. The Washington Commanders also had two quarterbacks in the rankings, with Marcus Mariota at No. 29 in Tier 4 and Jayden Daniels at No. 38 in Tier 5.
The question now arises: Can Prescott maintain his Tier 1 status for the 2026 season? For continued insights and coverage on the Cowboys, fans can turn to The Dallas Morning News.
