Watch: Fans claim NFL rules ‘making defenders afraid’ as Lions’ Derrick Danta Barnes Jr fails to stop Cowboys’ Dak Prescott

The Dallas Cowboys and Dak Prescott have enjoyed one of the greatest seasons in the initial weeks of this year. Both on the offensive and defensive sides, the team became a nightmare for rivals, especially for the underdogs. Their quarterback has also left no stone unturned to push his team towards their goal of securing a Super Bowl title, earning him a place alongside the NFL icons.

Following the disappointing defeats against the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins days ago, the Cowboys have recently put an end to their losing streak by securing a win against the Detroit Lions in Week 17. The match also hit the headlines for a controversial touchdown.

Dak Prescott launches 92 yards TD pass

Dak Prescott‘s stellar performance during Saturday’s clash against the Lions has definitely left fans in awe. However, the defining moment came in the first quarter, where the quarterback, under immense pressure from a blitzing Derrick Danta Barnes Jr, delivered a breathtaking 92-yard touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb, via AP News.

The play instantly etched itself into Cowboys history as the second-longest passing touchdown ever as it stood only behind a 95-yard connection between Don Meredith and Bob Hayes in 1966. The sheer escapability and precision exhibited by the MVP frontrunner in avoiding Barnes’ blitz were remarkable.

Dak Prescott completed 26 of 38 passes for 345 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception in Saturday’s 20-19 win over the Lions. The signal-caller threw an interception on his fifth attempt of the game, but he then went on to pick apart the Lions’ secondary for his first 300-yard performance in his last three contests.

Fan mock NFL rules after Derrick Danta Barnes Jr missed free tackle on Dak Prescott

It remains a puzzle how Derrick Danta Barnes missed the potential sack that could have resulted in a safety. But Dak Prescott’s ability to evade and launch the ball to CeeDee Lamb turned the tables, leading to a monumental touchdown for the Cowboys.

However, the NFL community didn’t shy away from slamming the league for its rules, which could potentially prevent the defenders from performing their role of sacking quarterbacks.

A person wrote, “The league is making defenders afraid to do their jobs.”

Many fans pointed out the league’s rule of flagging the defensive star’s while they are involved in tackling the offensive players without any intention of physically hurting them. They just do their duties on the field, but the nature of the game sometimes makes it look violent, which eventually earns them a flag or even a hefty penalty.

A user wrote, “Probably afraid he’d get flagged.”

A person wrote, “He was afraid to get called for roughing the passer.”

The Cowboys are slated to play against the Washington Commanders in their upcoming games. The match will be crucial for them to try to secure the top spot in the NFC East.