The Cowboys kicked off their preseason in Los Angeles against the Rams, and while hardly a single projected starter took the field in this one, all eyes were on the quarterback. For the first time since joining the team nearly a year ago, Trey Lance was going to be playing a game with a star on his helmet.
Cooper Rush, the team’s longtime backup, started the game and played the first series. However, it had been expected that Lance would play the remainder of the game, as the Cowboys look to evaluate the former third overall pick.
Much of the debate surrounding the backup quarterback spot has existed in the context of Dak Prescott’s contract status.