FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys are not going to rush Dak Prescott back from a fractured right thumb, suffered in the season opening loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
But they are certainly clearing the road for him to return as soon as possible.
What was initially considered an eight-week return was reduced to four weeks after Prescott underwent surgery on Sept. 12 when a metal plate and screws were inserted “repair and stabilize” a fracture near his right thumb.
Vice President Stephen Jones said the surgery went so well that there is a chance Prescott could return in two weeks, possibly as soon the Oct.