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“We Need to Run the Ball”: Dak Prescott Calls Out Brian Schottenheimer’s Late-Game Decision After Cowboys’ Loss to Ravens

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott didn’t need to raise his voice to make his frustration with his own team’s play-calling clear. A simple, deadpan exchange with reporters after a gut-wrenching loss to the Baltimore Ravens did the job. The Athletic’s…

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 12:59 AM
“We Need to Run the Ball”: Dak Prescott Calls Out Brian Schottenheimer’s Late-Game Decision After Cowboys’ Loss to Ravens
Key Things to Know
  • The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Dallas Cowboys 34-31 with a game-winning 56-yard field goal by Tyler Loop.
  • Dak Prescott criticized the play-calling, stating the Dallas offense needed to run the ball near the goal line.
  • Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer admitted he overcoached Prescott on the critical late-game sequence.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott expressed frustration with the team's late-game play-calling following a 34-31 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Dallas failed to run the ball near the goal line in the final seconds, ultimately settling for a Brandon Aubrey field goal to take a brief lead. Ravens placekicker Tyler Loop then secured Baltimore's win with an expiring 56-yard field goal.

Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer took responsibility for the goal-line sequence, admitting he overcoached Prescott by instructing him to target George Pickens or throw the ball away. Prescott voiced extreme disappointment to reporters, insisting the offense needs to run the ball in short-yardage situations.

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