Breaking News: During the playoff game against the Packers, the Cowboys might have a new backup quarterback as well

There is a possibility that Trey Lance will be promoted to a higher position with the Dallas Cowboys in time for the team’s playoff game against the Green Bay Packers. In the game against the Packers, backup quarterback Cooper Rush is classified as having a doubtful status.

Even though Rush has been the team’s second quarterback throughout the season, he is currently struggling with an illness. The Cowboys have not yet used Lance as their third quarterback, despite the fact that he has been the team’s backup quarterback in the event of an emergency.

Due to the fact that Dak Prescott participated in all 17 games during the regular season, Dallas is hoping that neither player will be able to play in the postseason. In the event that Rush is unable to return to action, Lance would be one play away from the possibility of playing in the NFL playoffs during that season.

Despite the fact that Lance has not yet displayed his skills for Dallas, head coach Mike McCarthy has expressed his admiration for the quarterback. Lance has been described as a “great fit” for the Cowboys club by their head coach.

Every day, I spend time with Trey. Whenever we get together, I see him. According to Jon Machota of The Athletic, McCarthy made this observation on December 28, 2023. “It is obvious that he has been required to learn an entirely new language.” “I believe that the timing of everything is a challenge for any position,” stated the speaker. He exudes an air of self-assurance and is completely at ease.

“You just can’t get enough practice on the footwork because everyone teaches that part of it a little bit differently, and how it fits the scheme and getting it timed up with all of the players,” the coach said. Now all he needs to do is work. On the other hand, I adore his demeanor, his work ethic, and the fact that he shows obvious talent. He has really been a good fit.”

According to Cowboys rumors, the Cowboys may consider trading either Trey Lance or Cooper Rush.
The fates of Rush and Lance continue to be the subject of speculation, despite the fact that Prescott is on the verge of receiving a hefty contract extension. To reiterate, all three quarterbacks are currently under contract for the year 2024.

Due to the fact that Lance is a third-string quarterback, his cap charge for the upcoming season will increase to $5.3 million, which is a significant amount of money. It is also possible for the Cowboys to maintain Lance and look into trading Rush. It was pointed out by Mike Fisher of Sports Illustrated that there is a credible possibility that all three quarterbacks will still be on the team in the year 2024.

It is written that Dallas is “going to have to make a choice about whether or not to keep Lance around,” and this is something that has been mentioned. In a column that was published on January 5, 2024 and went by the title “Rumor: Cowboys to Trade Dak Prescott Backup QB Cooper Rush or Trey Lance; 10 Truths Inside The Star,” Fisher made the observation. It is true that Lance is very much on the ‘roster bubble’ for the Cowboys in 2024, as stated by the website Spotrac, which is dedicated to contract information.

“You are not correct. In the event that he is not a third-string quarterback (assuming that he does not surpass Rush in the upcoming summer), then he is an asset in a deal… the condition being that Dallas receives a pick higher than the fourth round in exchange for him.