Prescott Predicts Cowboys-Rams NFC Championship Clash 2025

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott made a bold and confident prediction before the 2025 NFL preseason opener, telling Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke that the two teams would meet in the NFC Championship Game. This statement stands out given the Cowboys have not reached the NFC Championship since 1995 and finished the previous season with a 7-10 record, hampered by Prescott's midseason hamstring injury and other roster challenges, including ongoing contract issues with star defender Micah Parsons. Despite these hurdles, Prescott's optimism reflects his belief in both his personal comeback and the team's potential under new head coach Brian Schottenheimer. Meanwhile, the Rams, who lost narrowly to the Eagles in the previous season's divisional round, made key offseason acquisitions like wide receiver Davante Adams and defensive tackle Poona Ford, and are seen as legitimate contenders with an expected 9.5 wins. Prescott’s prediction has drawn mixed reactions from fans, with some mocking the claim due to the Cowboys' historical playoff struggles and strong competition in the NFC East from teams like the Eagles and Commanders. The Rams’ path to the NFC Championship also depends heavily on the health of quarterback Matthew Stafford, who showed encouraging signs in training camp after an injury.