**Dallas Cowboys Face Setback as QB Dak Prescott Sidelined with Hamstring Injury**

The Dallas Cowboys are bracing for a challenging stretch as they will be without their starting quarterback, Dak Prescott, for multiple games. This development follows an injury Prescott sustained to his hamstring during their matchup against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. The incident occurred near the end of the third quarter when Prescott first experienced a pull in his hamstring. Initially dismissive of its severity, he quickly realized the gravity of the situation. "Then the next play, I felt a pull. That's something I never felt. It was tough to walk on it at that point," Prescott shared post-game.

Prescott's inability to return for the fourth quarter led to backup quarterback Cooper Rush taking over the reins for the Cowboys. According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, the Cowboys are still undecided on whether Prescott will be placed on injured reserve, but the injury has been noted as "worse than expected."

This injury adds to the Cowboys’ growing list of woes this season, which has already seen injuries to key players like Micah Parsons and DaRon Bland undermine their performance. With their season already in turmoil, losing Prescott, even temporarily, could further derail any hopes of recovery.

Owner and GM Jerry Jones has hinted at the possibility of player trades before Tuesday's deadline in an attempt to salvage the season. However, such moves may be seen as insufficient, akin to applying a band-aid to a major stab wound, as the fundamental issues facing the team seem too significant to be resolved through quick fixes. The Cowboys, currently nursing multiple key injuries, are in a precarious position with Prescott sidelined, raising significant questions about their ability to rebound.