Prescott’s Running Argument Leaves Dallas Room to Adapt
Dak Prescott’s Thursday call for a stronger running commitment is sound, provided Dallas treats balance as a way to keep choices open rather than a mandatory formula.
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Dak Prescott’s Thursday call for a stronger running commitment is sound, provided Dallas treats balance as a way to keep choices open rather than a mandatory formula.
Cooper Flagg’s 26 points stood out, but his eight assists without a turnover gave Dallas a dependable way to divide creation with Kyrie Irving in a 120-96 victory over Oklahoma City.
The Hall of Fame executive agreed to a two-year stint when he joined in late 2024. Casson, team president since August 2025, inherits the push for a new arena in Far North Dallas.
Nico Hischier scored twice as the New Jersey Devils defeated the Dallas Stars 5-1 on Tuesday. The visitors dominated the second period, outscoring Dallas 4-1.
Dak Prescott threw for three touchdowns and Javonte Williams rushed for 155 yards as Dallas defeated Philadelphia 38-21 on Monday night.
Jones’ Tuesday assessment gives Dallas a rational short-term plan: trust the offense and its playcaller. It also leaves the defense responsible for surviving without a demonstrated repair.
Alperen Sengun scored 29 points and dished out nine assists as the Houston Rockets defeated the Atlanta Hawks 120-110 Monday at Toyota Center. The victory extends Houston's perfect start to the season.
Cooper Flagg matched Giannis Antetokounmpo with 29 points and 11 assists as the visiting Dallas Mavericks defeated the Miami Heat 113-109 on Monday. The win improved Dallas to 2-2 while Miami fell to 0-4.
Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to a 130-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings at Frost Bank Center, improving the home team's record to 2-2 while dropping the visitors to 0-4.
The Wildcats edged Grapevine by five points and the Scots beat Lovejoy by nine Tuesday, sending both teams to the Nov. 7 state meet. Hillcrest and Wilson also qualified individual runners.
Williams carried 25 times, scored the final touchdown and gave Dallas its biggest rushing night by a single player since 2016 in a 38-21 Monday night win in Philadelphia.
Dak Prescott’s 212 passing yards were secondary to his three touchdown throws and zero interceptions, which helped Dallas turn scoring chances into a 38-21 victory over Philadelphia.
The Wildcats went 16-0 and won 48 of 49 sets. Hillcrest, W.T. White and Seagoville also advance, and Highland Park shared the 12-5A title.
Isaiah Marshall threw for 212 yards and ran in a touchdown as the Jayhawks edged the Bears 25-24 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.
Michael Hawkins Jr. rushed for 74 yards and two touchdowns, while West Virginia's defense stifled TCU in the fourth quarter to secure a 24-20 victory at Amon G. Carter Stadium.
Keelon Russell threw for three touchdowns and 311 yards as Alabama defeated Texas A&M 31-20 at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday.
Utah quarterback Devon Dampier accounted for three touchdowns as the Utes defeated visiting Houston 21-13 at Rice-Eccles Stadium on Saturday.
Cincinnati Bearcats defeated No. 8 Texas Tech Red Raiders 37-24 at Nippert Stadium on Saturday. JC French IV threw four touchdowns, and Cole Tabb rushed for a score, leading the upset over the higher-ranked visitors.
Arch Manning passed for 212 yards and two touchdowns as the No. 19 Texas Longhorns overcame a third-quarter deficit to defeat the No. 7 Ole Miss Rebels 34-27 at Texas Memorial Stadium.
Houston Dynamo FC and Minnesota United FC played to a 0-0 tie at Shell Energy Stadium on Saturday, with both keepers making key stops.

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