Picks don’t worry Prescott
FRISCO — Dak Prescott leaves little doubt he thinks he’s a more confident and aggressive quarterback than, say, three years ago, when the sudden star threw just four interceptions while leading the Cowboys to a franchise-record 11 straight wins.
Now that the 2016 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year has six picks through five games in his fourth season, Prescott is also quick to dismiss any correlation between
the frequency of turnovers and any tendency to take more risks down the field.
While he built his reputation on protecting the ball, Prescott isn’t getting cautious coming off three interceptions to tie his career high in a second straight loss. The Cowboys (3-2) will try to stop that skid Sunday at the New York Jets (0-4).
“I’m not going to change the way I play this game,” Prescott said. “I’ve got a lot of confidence in what I can do. A lot of confidence in these guys making plays whether it’s 50-50 balls or just putting it in a tight window, knowing they’re going to go get it.”
While the four-game streak with at least one interception is twice as long as any previous run for Prescott, it’s worth noting that the only interception in the third straight game — a 12-10 loss to New Orleans — was a desperation pass on the final play.
This year, Prescott is completing 70 percent of his passes with 11 touchdowns and a 106 passer rating. Both would be career highs for a full season.
“If you look at the specific plays, that is how you have to evaluate it,” Cowboys coach Jason Garrett said. “He has been an outstanding decision-maker since he has been our quarterback. We anticipate him being able to continue to do that.”