QB - Dallas Cowboys
- 6' 2"
- 230 lbs
- Age 33
- Mississippi State
80°- Wk Rank (ECR)
- QB #9
- Proj.
- 18 pts
- Matchup (?)
Availability
Dak Prescott is the QB8 in fantasy points per game. Among 31 qualifying quarterbacks, Prescott is eighth in passing success rate, second in highly accurate throw rate, seventh in catchable target rate, and he has the ninth-lowest off-target rate. Prescott is also 13th in fantasy points per dropback. Prescott should turn in another QB1 performance this week against a struggling Houston pass defense. The Texans have allowed the seventh-highest yards per attempt, the eighth-highest passer rating, and the third-highest CPOE. Prescott should have clean pockets against a pass defense that surprisingly has the second-lowest pressure rate and the fifth-lowest quick pressure rate.
Over three weeks, Dak has two QB19 finishes and one QB3 finish. I don't believe these numbers are doing him justice. Despite two mediocre fantasy finishes, he has thrown for seven touchdowns and one interception. He is also averaging over three rushing attempts per game, which helps boost his fantasy floor. This week, they have the battle of Texas as they take on the Texans on the road. At a glance, the Texans' defense is not living up to its offseason hype. This is partly true, as they have allowed 25 points per game so far. However, they have faced Joe Burrow and Josh Allen, as well as having to make up for their dysfunctional offense. I believe this is a tougher matchup than indicated on paper. That said, even the Texans should be able to move the ball against this Cowboys defense. As a result, Dak Prescott is a good fantasy start, but may not have top-five upside this week.
