It’s Not Luck or Coaching — This Quiet Metric Reveals Why Dallas Always Crumbles Late.QQ
Dak Prescott is 1–19 when trailing by 10+ at halftime, which is a stat no quarterback wants— and the Cowboys’ defense keeps failing when he needs them most.
Prescott’s 1–19 Curse: Cowboys Collapse When Down Big
When Dak Prescott trails by double digits at halftime, the numbers are staggering.
In his Dallas Cowboys career, Prescott is 1–19 when down by 10 or more at halftime — a stat that highlights how Dallas falters when forced to play from behind.
Prescott’s 1–19 Curse: Cowboys Collapse When Down Big
When Dak Prescott trails by double digits at halftime, the numbers are staggering.
In his Dallas Cowboys career, Prescott is 1–19 when down by 10 or more at halftime — a stat that highlights how Dallas falters when forced to play from behind.
And while much of the public criticism falls on Prescott, the truth is clear: the Cowboys’ defense has been the biggest culprit when the scoreboard turns ugly early.
When Did Prescott’s Only Comeback Win Happen?
Prescott’s lone win in these situations came in Week 2 of the 2020 season against the Atlanta Falcons. Dallas trailed 29–10 at halftime but stormed back to win 40–39 in one of the most dramatic finishes in team history.




