Cowboys' Schottenheimer: 'I Trust Dak Completely'

The Dallas Cowboys are looking to rebound after a recent tough loss, which sparked intense fan and media discussion. A key point of contention involved a third-down play where offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer instructed quarterback Dak Prescott to throw the ball away if his primary read wasn't open. This led to questions about Schottenheimer's trust in Prescott.

Schottenheimer addressed these concerns, stating emphatically, "I trust Dak Prescott completely." He explained that his choice of words in that specific situation put Prescott in a mindset uncharacteristic of his playing style, and that is what he would change. He acknowledged his own mistakes down the stretch of the game and expressed hope that Prescott, a veteran quarterback, can see this and that they can move forward.

The miscommunication occurred during a critical moment, contributing to a whirlwind of errors that ultimately cost the Cowboys the game. These mistakes included settling for a field goal, an errant kickoff, and allowing a significant play that set up a game-winning field goal for the opponent, all within a mere seven seconds. The team now has this week to correct these issues and prepare for their Week 4 matchup against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.