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The Dallas Cowboys are preparing for a pivotal 2025 campaign with expectations sky-high, and quarterback Dak Prescott is setting the tone. During media availability ahead of final roster cuts, the veteran signal-caller expressed strong confidence in what fans can expect as the full offense is unveiled in the season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 4, 2025.
Prescott hinted that Dallas has been intentionally keeping parts of its scheme under wraps throughout the preseason. The comment came during a media session covered by DLLS Sports’s Clarence Hill Jr., who later shared Prescott’s remarks on X (formerly known as Twitter) after discussing the team’s offensive approach headed into the NFL season.
“An exciting offense. We’ve kept it vanilla for a reason. Excited about getting out there and putting it all on display next Thursday.”
The Cowboys quarterback’s comment instantly added fuel to fan speculation surrounding his ability to run the Cowboys offense when it matters the most. After missing significant time last season due to a hamstring injury, the 32-year-old enters his 10th year with something to prove — and a record-setting contract backing him. In September 2024, Prescott signed a four-year, $240 million extension with the Dallas Cowboys, which included an $80 million signing bonus and $231 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid player in the NFL at the time. The deal carries a $60 million average annual salary and keeps him under contract through the 2028 season. With those expectations in place, this Week 1 showdown could set the tone for the 2025 NFL season and Prescott’s legacy moving forward.
A major storyline heading into the year is the promotion of Brian Schottenheimer to head coach after previously serving as offensive coordinator. Known for his West Coast principles and preference for rhythm-based play-calling, Schottenheimer retained control of the playbook — a decision that could make or break the season. Under his guidance, the Cowboys’ play-calling approach is expected to emphasize ball control, tempo, and high-efficiency throws.
Helping Prescott deliver on this vision are a revamped supporting cast, most notably CeeDee Lamb and recent trade acquisition George Pickens. Pickens, who posted 1,140 yards with the Pittsburgh Steelers last year, was brought in via a trade in May that cost Dallas a 2026 third-rounder and a 2027 fifth-rounder. The impact of the Pickens trade could turn out massively rewarding, as his ability to stretch the field complements Lamb’s route-running precision.
While Dallas went 1-2 in the 2025 preseason, the offense remained conservative by design. Most starters saw limited snaps, and key playmakers like Pickens and Lamb were used sparingly. Schottenheimer and new offensive coordinator Klayton Adams have emphasized protection, especially after Prescott was sacked 21 times in just eight games last season.
Despite finishing 7-10 last year and missing the playoffs, optimism in Dallas is cautiously building. Prescott’s comment adds intrigue to an already high-stakes 2025 NFL season opener, especially with two of the Cowboys’ first three games coming against NFC East rivals. The team’s last...
