Dak Prescott reveals origins of “yeah! here we go” cadence after Cowboys’ win

The Dallas Cowboys and Dak Prescott are showcasing a promising performance in the 2023 NFL season. Though the third and fourth teams of the NFC East look quite lackluster, the top two teams of the division, the Philadelphia Eagles and the Cowboys, are having an intense battle this year.

With a 9-3 record until Week 13, the Cowboys are counting days to overshadow their divisional leader. While the NFL boasts some unique strategies and audibles, Prescott, interestingly, has a famous cadence that he regularly uses. As the Cowboys picked up a memorable win in Week 13, the signal-caller has revealed a backstory to it.

Prescott explains the evolution of Cowboys’ pre-snap ritual

During the Week 13 match, the Cowboys faced off against the Seahawks in an intense showdown that highlighted their impressive offensive skills. The game was characterized by a relentless offense from the rival team, which mirrored the Cowboys’ approach of not punting throughout the intense encounter.

Despite the defensive struggle, the team based in Dallas emerged victorious with an exciting 41-35 win, marking their fourth consecutive triumph since their setback against the Philadelphia Eagles. One notable topic of discussion after the game was Prescott’s effective utilization of the pre-snap cadence, which greatly influenced their offensive strategy.

Following the six-point win, the QB shed light on this tactic, saying it aimed not just to initiate the play but also to streamline communication within the team. The veteran said he thinks it provides clarity and focus in the heat of the moment.

“We want to use the cadence to our ability. The linemen wanted a little something before, I guess. For me, it’s to tell them stop the communicating, here we go”, he said via The Spun.

The signal-caller was asked about the origin of the custom as well. He attributed its genesis to the coaching staff’s brainstorming during the offseason.

“I think it was the coaches earlier in the offseason. I was like, ‘If we’re starting off like this, it’s going to be a long offseason.'”

Many NFL netizens regularly expressed their resentment towards Prescott’s pre-snap cadence. However, what was most intriguing was the praise and admiration coming from fellow NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who has returned to practice after tearing his Achilles months ago.

During his appearance on ‘The Pat McAfee Show,’ A-Rod showered praise on the Cowboys star’s approach while labeling him as one of his favorite QBs.

“First, I want to talk about Dak. Because he’s become one of my favourite quarterbacks to watch. I just love that he’s really playing the position… The last four, five weeks I’ve gotten to see more of their games, and I just want to say, he’s playing the position in a really impressive way.

The four-time MVP specifically lauded Prescott’s adeptness in making protection adjustments, and referred to “Ringo calls,” against challenging defensive setups of the opposite teams.

Jerry Jones’ bold take on Dak Prescott’s leadership

The Cowboys found their compass in Dak Prescott during a difficult and uncertain season. Ahead of the game against the Seahawks, team owner Jerry Jones lamented over the Eagles’ potential to maintain a winning streak in tight matches. He sounded so disheartened while he said, “What have I done to deserve this?”

Seemingly, the QB1 grabbed the veteran’s emotion well enough as he once again showcased an elite performance against the Seahawks. ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith was still in doubt about the Cowboys playoff potential following the win. However, Jones, effusive in his praise, hailed the signal-caller as the team’s unparalleled leader, dubbing him the ‘Pied Piper’ for everyone involved with the Cowboys in his weekly appearance on 105.3 The Fan on Monday.

“We’ve never had a better leader. Dak Prescott is the best ‘Pied Piper’ for everybody. I’m not just talking about the team, I’m talking about the coaches. He is the ‘Pied Piper’ of the team.”

Under the guidance of head coach Mike McCarthy, Dak’s on-field decision-making mirrored that of the league’s top QBs, driving the team to an impressive 14th consecutive victory. The potential NFL MVP’s record-breaking 20 passing touchdowns over the last six games solidified his place in the franchise’s history books.

Days ago, an NFL analyst claimed Dak Prescott’s attention would be diverted due to his incoming child. The signal-caller boldly dismissed the claim by recording 299 passing yards along with three touchdowns, while his remarkable 20 passing touchdowns over the last six games established a new franchise record.

This victory placed the Cowboys close to equaling the franchise’s record of 18 consecutive home wins.

What’s your take on the Cowboys’ recent performance?