RIO DE JANEIRO — With the Dallas Cowboys preparing for one of the most anticipated games of their 2026 season, all eyes have been on quarterback Dak Prescott as the team completes its final preparations for Sunday’s showdown against the Baltimore Ravens.
The Cowboys arrived in Brazil with plenty of attention surrounding their Week 3 matchup, but Friday’s training session generated another wave of curiosity after Prescott and the team went through their preparations at CR Flamengo’s training grounds.
While there has been growing speculation surrounding Prescott’s condition and what exactly happened during the session, there is currently no official confirmation from the Cowboys or ESPN that the quarterback suffered an injury during Friday’s practice.
That has not stopped questions from spreading among fans as the Cowboys enter an important game against Lamar Jackson and the Ravens.
Prescott, however, appeared focused on the task ahead.
The Cowboys are 1-1 entering Week 3, while Baltimore also comes into the matchup with a 1-1 record. The game will take place at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro and will mark the first time Prescott has played an NFL game outside the United States during his 11-year career. (Dallas Cowboys )
An Unexpected Moment During Preparation
Friday’s practice was an important part of Dallas’ preparation for a unique international matchup.
The Cowboys had already completed much of their game planning before arriving in Brazil, giving the players additional time to review the scheme and prepare mentally for the unusual circumstances surrounding the game.
Prescott explained that the coaching staff had worked ahead of schedule, allowing the players to spend additional time reviewing the game plan and making final adjustments.
But as the Cowboys went through their final preparations, attention once again turned toward their starting quarterback.
Prescott is one of the most important pieces of Dallas’ offense, and any unexpected development involving him naturally attracts attention.
For now, though, there is no verified report establishing that Prescott sustained an injury during the session.
That distinction is important as speculation continues to circulate.
Prescott Has Been Playing at a High Level
The timing of the attention surrounding Prescott is particularly significant because the quarterback enters the Ravens game following an impressive performance against Washington.
In Week 2, Prescott completed 26 of 31 passes for 279 yards and four touchdowns while helping Dallas defeat the Commanders 37-20. He finished that game with a 143.8 passer rating. (Dallas Cowboys)
Through the opening two games of the season, Prescott has thrown for 454 yards, six touchdowns and one interception, according to the Cowboys’ official statistics.
That production makes his status one of the biggest storylines heading into Sunday’s contest.
Dallas needs its offense to operate efficiently against Baltimore, particularly with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry leading a Ravens offense capable of creating pressure on opposing defenses.
Prescott understands the challenge.
Speaking ahead of the game, he emphasized that Dallas wants to dictate the matchup rather than simply react to whatever Baltimore does.
“We want to be the aggressors,” Prescott said while discussing the Cowboys’ approach to the game. (Dallas Cowboys)
Those comments underline the mindset Dallas has taken into Brazil.
Cowboys Dealing With Other Injury Concerns
Although Prescott’s injury has not been confirmed, Dallas does have several legitimate injury concerns entering Sunday’s matchup.
The Cowboys officially ruled out four players for the trip to Brazil: linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, cornerback Cobie Durant, safety P.J. Locke and safety Malik Hooker.
Overshown and Durant are dealing with hamstring injuries, Locke has a foot injury, and Hooker is recovering from a fractured forearm. (Dallas Cowboys)
That has placed additional pressure on Dallas’ remaining defensive players.
The Cowboys will have to deal with one of the NFL’s most dangerous quarterback-running back combinations when Jackson and Henry take the field.
For that reason, Dallas cannot afford unnecessary distractions heading into the game.
The Ravens Await
Baltimore enters the matchup with the same 1-1 record as Dallas.
The Ravens opened their season with a victory before losing to the New Orleans Saints in Week 2. They now travel to Brazil looking to get back into the win column.
ESPN’s Week 3 coverage has identified the matchup between Prescott and Jackson as one of the notable storylines surrounding Sunday’s game. (ESPN)
For Prescott, this is more than another regular-season game.
It is his first international NFL appearance.
The Cowboys quarterback spoke about the significance of playing in Brazil and the opportunity to introduce the Cowboys organization and American football to fans who may be seeing the team live for the first time.
He also acknowledged the importance of the Cowboys’ large international fan base.
That atmosphere could make Sunday’s game unlike anything Prescott has experienced during his NFL career.
Questions Will Continue Until Kickoff
The biggest question surrounding Friday’s developments is simple: Is there actually something to worry about with Dak Prescott?
At this stage, the available verified reports do not establish that Prescott suffered a training injury.
The Cowboys’ own report from Friday described Prescott participating in practice and discussing the team’s preparations for Baltimore. (Dallas Cowboys)
That means fans should be cautious about social-media reports or headlines that state an injury as confirmed without providing a credible source.
The situation could become clearer through the Cowboys’ official injury reporting, additional media reports or comments from the coaching staff.
Until then, the uncertainty itself will likely keep fans watching closely.
A Massive Game For Dallas
The Cowboys and Ravens enter Sunday’s matchup with identical 1-1 records, making the game an important opportunity for either team to move above .500.
Dallas will also be playing in front of an international audience at the iconic Maracanã Stadium.
The Cowboys’ official schedule lists the game for Sunday, September 27, at 3:25 p.m. Central Time. (Dallas Cowboys)
For Prescott, the objective is clear: lead Dallas into another strong offensive performance and help the Cowboys handle a Baltimore defense that will be determined to disrupt his rhythm.
After throwing four touchdowns against Washington, expectations surrounding Prescott are high.
That is why any unexpected moment during preparation immediately attracts attention.
But despite the speculation, there is currently no verified evidence that Friday’s training session resulted in an injury to Prescott.
For now, Cowboys fans are left waiting.
Will Prescott take the field as expected?
Will the Cowboys provide an update before kickoff?
And could anything from Friday’s preparation ultimately affect Sunday’s game plan?
Those questions will remain part of the conversation until Dallas provides more information.
One thing is certain: the Cowboys-Ravens matchup has already captured enormous attention, and Prescott is at the center of it.
As Dallas prepares for its historic international appearance, the quarterback’s status will remain one of the most closely watched storylines.
And with kickoff approaching, Cowboys fans will be watching every update carefully.
For now, the mystery remains — what exactly happened during Dak Prescott’s Cowboys training session?