The Athletic Football Show on Dak Prescott

PodcastPredictions and award picks for the 2026 NFL seasonSeptember 9, 2026

From the episode

I'm going to say Dak Prescott... I just think that there's a world where they win like 12 games and Dak throws for like close to 5,000 yards.

Mentioned at 50:13 – 51:46

STACKED’s take

Positive signalProjection

Prescott is a strong MVP candidate with 5,000-yard potential.

The source considers Dak Prescott a strong MVP candidate, noting his potential to throw for 5,000 yards in his second year in the current system. While he faces questions regarding marquee wins, he is viewed as a viable bet for a 12-win season.

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Dak PrescottPositiveProjection

Prescott's 8 TDs, 1 INT through four games shows elite efficiency.

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Prescott faces weak Buccaneers pass defense ranked 22nd in QB rating allowed.

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Dak PrescottNeutralProjection

Prescott's offseason improvements haven't materialized as expected through four games.

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Dak PrescottNeutralProjection

Prescott's 263.5 passing yards O/U ranks fourth in Week 5

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Dak PrescottNegativeProjection

Prescott's inaccuracy to Pickens creates regression opportunity.

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Dak PrescottPositiveNews

Week 5 matchup thread that I'll continually add fun stats to: The Bucs pressure the QB on 25% of dropbacks (31st) Dak when he's not pressured has a +...

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