A clause in Cooper Rush's contract could influence the Dallas Cowboys' starting quarterback decision for their season finale against Washington. Rush, who has started the last eight games for an injured Dak Prescott, could earn a $500,000 incentive if he plays in 55% of the snaps. This scenario raises questions about whether the Cowboys will prioritize Rush's contract incentive or give Trey Lance, another quarterback option, more playing time.
A quirk in Rush’s contract could impact which quarterback gets the primary share of snaps in Dallas’ season finale vs. Washington. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Trey Lance , center, smiles as he sits on the bench between Dak Prescott , left, and Cooper Rush in the second half of a preseason NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif.
In 2022, while playing for the 49ers, Lance started a Week 2 game against Seattle when he suffered a dislocated ankle in the first quarter.“I feel I’ve improved a ton over my last two years here,” Lance said. “It’s been a ton of fun. I’ve had a ton of fun getting to know these guys and see what happens after this.”
“I think Cooper would stand here and say he’s playing the best ball of his career,” McCarthy said. Rush is 4-4 as a starter this season.In some ways, the Cowboys know what they have in Lance. He can move in the pocket and his command of the offense isn’t questioned. He just needs to play more football. He probably should start for a rebuilding team instead of sitting behind established veterans such as Prescott and Rush.Lance threw five interceptions.
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