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Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys have a pivotal 2026 campaign to look forward. They might even have the ceiling as Super Bowl contenders, but media personality Colin Cowherd shut down the concept of that scenario actually happening. Dallas prepares for Year 2 under head coach Brian Schottenheimer, falling short of the playoffs in 2025. They showcased flashes of brilliance, shining as one of the best offensive squads in the NFL with explosive playmakers like CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens. However, defense was a major weakness. They ranked near the bottom in that area, holding them back from playoff contention. They revamped the defense with offseason additions, looking to be better there. Cowherd still won’t believe in them until he sees them consistently perform at a high level during The Herd show on Tuesday. “They were 7-9-1 last year and awful against playoff teams… Don’t convince yourself that average meal you ate at the restaurant was great because it’s better than what you cook at home,” Cowherd said. What Lies Ahead for Cowboys This Season Dak Prescott and the Cowboys have doubters to prove wrong, including Colin Cowherd. After all the obstacles they went through in past seasons, the squad looks to make a statement to the rest of the NFL. Going through injuries in 2024, Prescott enjoyed a resurgence as a superstar quarterback the following season. He completed 404 passes for 4,552 yards and 30 touchdowns and 10 interceptions while recording 53 rushes for 177 yards and two touchdowns. They will attempt to improve on their 7-9-1 record from 2025. Not only that, but they also hope to make the playoffs after a two-year absence. The Cowboys will start their campaign on the road, facing the New York Giants in Week 1. That matchup takes place on Sept. 13 at 8:20 p.m. ET. — Enjoy free coverage of the top news & trending stories with The Big Lead Newsletter —