Dak Prescott is already receiving MVP buzz following a month of football playing with the Dallas Cowboys. The quarterback has been putting up four games where he has made three or more touchdown passes and zero interceptions.
Prescott’s work has attracted the attention of others, and he has been endorsed byStephen A. Smith, one of the most successful ESPN analysts.
“I have Dak Prescott, right now, as a leading candidate for MVP honors the way he’s playing right now,” Smith said onFirst Take.
How Dak Prescott’s “God Mode” Turned the Cowboys Into a Legit Playoff Threat
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Aug 22, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) before the game against the Atlanta Falcons at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Prescott has been in “God mode” under offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer. In the last four games, he has completed 71% of his passes, averaged 270 yards per game, and thrown 13 touchdowns with no interceptions. This efficiency level has propelled the Cowboys’ offense to the league’s top. Even against teams where Dallas’ defense has struggled, Prescott maintained consistent production, proving his value independent of supporting units.
Stephen A. Smith highlighted these numbers,saying,“71 percent completions, 270 yards a game, 13 touchdowns, no interceptions, a passer rating of 128 over his last four games, he’s been sensational, no doubt about it, he’s earning his money.”
The offense is firing on all cylinders, supported by CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and Javonte Williams in the run game. Prescott has turned the Cowboys into one of the league’s most dangerous units with such weapons. Critics acknowledged that few quarterbacks, such as Patrick Mahomes, Matthew Stafford, or Jared Goff, have matched this form during the same period.
The Dallas defense has come to the occasion. The defense unit was also directly involved in the scoreboard as DaRon Bland returned an interception 68 yards for a touchdown against the Commanders. Rookies such as Donovan Ezeiruaku have made important sacks. The defense now matches Prescott’s elite play.
The Cowboys are starting to look like a serious playoff team, and much of that concerns the way Dak Prescott plays. He’s running one of the league’s most explosive offenses confidently and precisely, making every drive count. With the numbers he’s putting up and the command he’s showing week after week, Prescott isn’t just leading his team; he’s quietly building a legitimate case to be right in the mix for the MVP conversation.