Cowboys Suffer Blow as Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb Ruled Out for Falcons Clash
Prescott's Calf Injury Dampens Hopes for Week 2 Return
The Dallas Cowboys have received a disheartening blow with the news that star quarterback Dak Prescott and wide receiver CeeDee Lamb will miss Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons due to injuries.
Prescott, who was initially hopeful to return to action this week, has been sidelined with a calf strain he suffered in the team's season-opening loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The injury is expected to keep him out for multiple weeks, leaving backup quarterback Cooper Rush to take the reins once again.
Lamb's Ankle Injury Raises Concerns
CeeDee Lamb has also been ruled out for Week 2 after suffering an ankle injury during the Buccaneers game. The severity of the injury is still being determined, but it could potentially keep him sidelined for a significant period of time.
Lamb's absence will be a major blow to the Cowboys' passing attack. The 23-year-old emerged as one of Prescott's favorite targets last season, finishing with 79 receptions for 1,102 yards and six touchdowns.
Cooper Rush Steps Up as Backup
With Prescott and Lamb out, Cooper Rush will have the opportunity to prove his worth as the team's backup quarterback. Rush unexpectedly led the Cowboys to a 4-0 record in Prescott's absence last season, but he will face a tougher challenge this time around.
The Falcons' defense, albeit not as strong as the Buccaneers', has the potential to cause problems for Rush and the Cowboys' offense. Atlanta's secondary features talented players like A.J. Terrell and Isaiah Oliver, who will look to limit the impact of Dallas's depleted receiving corps.
Cowboys Face Uphill Battle in Atlanta
With two of their most important players sidelined, the Cowboys face an uphill battle in Atlanta. Cooper Rush will need to play mistake-free and the defense will need to step up in order for the team to have a chance at victory.
The Cowboys-Falcons clash promises to be an interesting matchup, with both teams looking to bounce back from disappointing Week 1 performances. Despite the absence of Prescott and Lamb, the Cowboys remain confident that they can secure a win and improve to 1-1 on the season.