Prescott’s performance in 2025 has been nothing short of spectacular. Through the first several weeks of the season, the 30-year-old QB has posted career-high numbers in passing yards, touchdowns, and completion percentage. His leadership on the field has been the driving force behind the Cowboys’ top-tier offense, with Prescott demonstrating an incredible ability to make critical plays when it matters most. But what truly sets him apart this season is his consistency. No longer a quarterback who relies on flashes of brilliance, Prescott is becoming the steady hand Dallas fans have been longing for.

While many are quick to point to his impressive individual stats, Prescott himself remains focused on the bigger picture. Speaking with ESPN analysts ahead of the Cowboys’ Week 8 matchup, he emphasized that the MVP award, while flattering, is not his primary goal. “MVP? That’s nice, but I’m not playing for the stats,” Prescott said. “I’m here to bring a championship to Dallas. We’ve got everything we need to get there, and I’m ready to lead us all the way.”

This mindset is what has resonated with not only fans but also analysts across the league. ESPN’s top analyst recently threw their full support behind Prescott’s MVP candidacy, noting that he has checked all the boxes of an elite quarterback. “If you’re looking for someone who can carry a team through adversity, Dak Prescott is your guy,” said the ESPN analyst. “He’s not just putting up numbers, he’s winning games in ways that matter. That’s why he’s an MVP candidate.”

The Cowboys have had their fair share of disappointments over the years, with their defense often failing to support Prescott in critical moments. However, 2025 feels different. The defense has stepped up in a big way, led by star pass rusher Micah Parsons, allowing Prescott and the offense to operate with greater confidence. And with weapons like CeeDee Lamb and Tony Pollard at his disposal, Prescott has the firepower to make a deep playoff run.

Despite the rising expectations, Prescott remains grounded. “It’s all about the team,” he reiterated. “We’ve got something special here, and I believe we can make it all the way.”

As the Cowboys approach the midpoint of the season, their chances of making a Super Bowl run seem more promising than ever. Prescott, once a player known for his potential, is now a man on a mission — and if he continues his dominant play, he may just cement his place among the league’s elite quarterbacks.

If Dak Prescott can maintain this level of play, there’s no reason why he can’t lead the Cowboys to their first Super Bowl title in nearly three decades. The MVP race is only the beginning. The real test will come in the playoffs — and with Prescott at the helm, anything feels possible.

Chicago Bears skyrocket up ESPN’s Week 8 NFL Power Rankings

What a difference one week (and one convincing win) makes for the Chicago Bears in ESPN’s NFL Power Rankings.

The Bears, led by a dominant defense, outpaced the Saints, 26-14, extending their winning streak to four games and improving their record to 4-2.

It was an especially impressive win considering Caleb Williams had one of his more underwhelming games of the season. The Bears proved they have the talent and overall culture to overcome, which should only build confidence as the victories keep stacking up.That confidence is spreading outside the locker room, to.

ESPN gives Bears huge boost in latest NFL Power Rankings

ESPN published their Week 8 NFL Power Rankings, and the Chicago Bears had one of the biggest jumps in the league.

The Bears moved up seven spots, from No. 21 to No. 14.

If you’re keeing score, that’s a playoff team.

ESPN’s Courtney Cronin highlighted the Bears’ unsung hero in the rankings breakdown.

“Moody was signed to the Bears practice squad after he was cut by the 49ers ahead of Week 2, Cronin wrote. “He was afforded time to reset before being called upon to kick against Washington and New Orleans while starting kicker Cairo Santos recovers from an injury to his right thigh. Moody went 4-for-5 on field goal attempts, including a 38-yard winner, shortly after he found out he’d be replacing Santos in the lineup against the Commanders. He made four field goals Sunday.”

It’s true that Moody has been a shocking (positive) contributor over the last two games, and it’s anyone’s guess as to whether the Bears will stick with Moody once Cairo Santos is healthy and ready to return.

For now, the Bears are riding high, and if they upend the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8, they’ll continue their climb in ESPN and other national outlets’ power rankings.

As for the rest of the NFC North, the Green Bay Packers rank ahead of the Chicago Bears at No. 8, and the Detroit Lions moved into the top spot at No. 1 overall.

The Minnesota Vikings, meanwhile, dropped five spots, from No. 17 to No. 22.

It’s the first week in a really long time that the Bears aren’t the lowest-ranked team in the NFC North.