Dak Prescott facing criminal investigation for alleged sexual assault
by Mike Maher | Cowboys Correspondent | Thu, Mar 14th 2:39pm EDT
Earlier this week, reports came out that Cowboys QB Dak Prescott was filing a civil lawsuit against a woman who was accusing him of sexual assault. Prescott stated he was the victim of an extortion attempt. On Thursday, the Dallas Morning News reports that authorities in Prosper, Texas are looking into the extortion claim and the alleged sexual assault incident, meaning a criminal investigation has been opened. The alleged assault took place in February of 2017 in the parking lot of a Dallas strip club. Authorities have not shared specifics but explained that the case is in preliminary stages and is considered an active investigation. Prescott's accuser is also reportedly filing a counterclaim against him. (Dallas Morning News)
Fantasy Impact:
It goes without saying (but we'll say it here anyway) that the NFL will monitor this situation and likely launch its own investigation. The league has shown in the past that the results of criminal or civil investigations don't necessarily impact the punishment they hand out themselves. That isn't to say Prescott is definitely in danger of being suspended or punished by the league in any way. We still don't know many details about this case. This alleged incident is from several years ago, and Prescott has been aggressive in proclaiming his innocence, going so far as to file a civil suit against the woman before any investigation was opened. For now, there is no fantasy impact. But this situation is at least worth monitoring in the coming weeks and months. In dynasty leagues, it might be worth seeing if you can trade for Cowboys backup QB Trey Lance, just in case.
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