America loves an underdog story, but America’s team doesn’t seem too keen on writing one.
Trey Lance — the former third overall selection in the 2021 NFL Draft, whom the Cowboys acquired from the 49ers some 15 months ago — will not start in place of injured franchise quarterback Dak Prescott this Sunday.
Instead, Cooper Rush, the 30-year-old veteran backup who has spent his whole career backing up Prescott, will start under center when the Cowboys (3-5) face off against their divisional rival Eagles (6-2).
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