Legend Washington Hails Dak Prescott’s ‘Flawless’ Performance in Cowboys’ 44-22 Rout of Commanders

Washington, D.C. — In a primetime NFC East showdown at FedExField on October 19, 2025, the Dallas Cowboys dismantled the Washington Commanders 34-13, with quarterback Dak Prescott delivering a masterclass that left even a rival legend in awe. Washington icon Joe Theismann, the 1982 NFL MVP and Super Bowl XVII champion, showered praise on Prescott, calling his performance “flawless” and a blueprint for elite quarterback play.

Prescott torched the Commanders’ defense, throwing for over 320 yards and four touchdowns while orchestrating a near-perfect offensive display through the first three quarters. His pinpoint accuracy, poise under pressure, and razor-sharp decision-making overwhelmed Washington’s secondary, leaving stars like Emmanuel Forbes and Benjamin St-Juste scrambling. Key connections with CeeDee Lamb and tight end Jake Ferguson fueled Dallas’ rout, cementing Prescott’s case as one of the NFL’s premier signal-callers in Week 7.

Speaking on NBC Sports postgame, Theismann didn’t hold back:
“Dak’s performance tonight? Nothing to critique. He owned the game with confidence and controlled every moment. He knew exactly what to do on every snap—only the best QBs in this league can do that.”

Theismann, a cornerstone of Washington’s glory days, acknowledged Prescott’s evolution into a true franchise leader, drawing parallels to the Cowboys’ search for a cornerstone since Tony Romo’s era. “If Dak keeps playing like this, Dallas isn’t just a playoff team—they’re a legitimate Super Bowl contender,” he added, sparking a frenzy among Cowboys fans on social media platforms like X, where #DakMVP trended for hours.

The Cowboys’ dominance was evident from the opening drive, with Prescott dissecting Washington’s defense with surgical precision. A highlight came in the third quarter when he threaded a 40-yard touchdown pass to Lamb, silencing the FedExField crowd. Despite a valiant effort from Commanders’ rookie QB Jayden Daniels, who threw for 200 yards but struggled against Dallas’ revamped defense, Washington couldn’t keep pace.

For Cowboys Nation, Theismann’s praise—a rare nod from a rival legend—felt like a coronation. Meanwhile, the 4-3 Commanders, under HC Dan Quinn, face a reality check as they aim to regroup in a competitive NFC East. As Prescott continues his ascent, the question looms: Is this the year Dallas finally breaks through? If Sunday’s performance is any indication, Theismann’s prophecy might just come true.