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Dak Prescott's biggest motivation to play in Week 18 actually makes a lot of sense

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The Cowboys' star quarterback has a clear incentive to suit up despite his team being eliminated from playoff contention.

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The Dallas Cowboys aren't playing for much other than pride in Week 18, which has been the case for each of their past two games. However, it's been business as usual for them, and more specifically, Pro Bowl quarterback Dak Prescott.

Speculation about whether the Cowboys will shut down Prescott and/or other starters to avoid injury and improve their draft position has lingered, which is understandable.