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Video: Dak Prescott channels inner-Johnny Manziel on game-winning TD pass
By Jason Hall
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The legend of Dak Prescott keeps growing.
The former Mississippi State and current Dallas Cowboys quarterback led a successful overtime drive in Sunday’s 29-23 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Prescott connected with former Tennessee tight end Jason Witten on a 5-yard touchdown pass to complete a 12-play, 75-yard drive with 7:48 remaining.
The play was very similar to former Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel’s scrambling first quarter touchdown pass against Alabama in 2012. Here’s a comparison to see for yourself.
Prescott threw for 287 yards, two touchdowns and one interception on 19 of 39 passing and rushed for 38 yards and a score on seven attempts. Despite a slow start, the rookie managed to improve late, which included leading an 11-play, 90-yard drive that resulted in a 22-yard touchdown to Dez Bryant to force overtime.
“I don’t care how bad I play early on,” Prescott told USA Today. “I don’t care what I do, I’m not going to give up.”
Sunday’s win was Prescott’s first in overtime and the sixth of his career since taking over for Tony Romo prior to Week 1.
Jason covers SEC football for Saturday Down South.
