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  • Cooper Rush
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vs. SEA: #15 vs opposing QB - 15.71 FPA
Bye Week7Rank56% Rostered0.1% Change-WK 12 Pts0.00WK 13 Proj. Pts1.47
2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@NYG
Win, 40-0
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2NYJ
Win, 30-10
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3@ARI
Loss, 16-28
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4NE
Win, 38-3
20---2--------0.60
5@SF
Loss, 10-42
8---2--------0.12
6@LAC
Win, 20-17
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7Bye  ------------0.00
8LA
Win, 43-20
3---3---------0.18
9@PHI
Loss, 23-28
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10NYG
Win, 49-17
68-15--------1.22
11@CAR
Win, 33-10
15---3--------0.30
12WAS
Win, 45-10
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13SEA
Thu 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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14PHI
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
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15@BUF
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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16@MIA
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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17DET
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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18@WAS
TBDGet Tickets
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2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppYdsTDIntYdsTDLostPts
1@NYG,
W 40-0
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2NYJ,
W 30-10
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3@ARI,
L 16-28
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4NE,
W 38-3
20---2--0.60
5@SF,
L 10-42
8---2--0.12
6@LAC,
W 20-17
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7Bye------0.00
8LA,
W 43-20
3---3---0.18
9@PHI,
L 23-28
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10NYG,
W 49-17
68-15--1.22
11@CAR,
W 33-10
15---3--0.30
12WAS,
W 45-10
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13SEA,
Thu 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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14PHI,
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
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15@BUF,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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16@MIA,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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17DET,
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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18@WAS,
TBDGet Tickets
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News

  • Sees action in blowout win

    Rush completed both of his pass attempts for 20 yards in Sunday's 38-3 rout of the Patriots.

    Analysis: He also lost two yards on three official carries, as he kneeled down on the Cowboys' final series. It's already the second time this season Rush has gotten some garbage-time snaps, as he also handled the final possession of a 40-0 blowout of the Giants in Week 1. Barring an injury to Dak Prescott, however, the 29-year-old backup QB won't see enough action to have fantasy value.

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 7:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active as No. 2 quarterback

    Rush is active Sunday against the Jets, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Rush will operate as the Cowboys' backup quarterback Sunday, as he remains ahead of Trey Lance on the team's depth chart. The veteran signal caller saw action at the end of the Cowboys' blowout victory over the Giants in Week 1, playing just seven snaps and attempting one pass. Rush would be the next man up if necessary behind Dak Prescott in Week 2.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 12:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient in preseason opener

    Rush completed 10 of 12 passes for 83 yards in Saturday's 28-23 preseason loss to the Jaguars.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old got the start at quarterback with Dak Prescott being held out of the Cowboys' preseason opener and was efficient on three drives, although none of them resulted in points for Dallas. Rush remains the favorite to serve as the No. 2 QB behind Prescott this season, but a big showing from Will Grier on Saturday has kept the competition alive for now.

    Published: Sun, Aug 13 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains in Dallas

    The Cowboys are re-signing Rush to a two-year contract Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Rush proved his worth as a backup last season by leading Dallas' offense to win four of his five early-season starts with Dak Prescott injured. Prescott is the Cowboys' clear starter, but after having proven his proficiency in the team's system, Rush could be worth rostering in deeper fantasy formats that start multiple quarterbacks.

    Published: Fri, Mar 17 at 7:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Proves worth as backup

    Rush completed 58.0 percent of his passes for 1,051 yards and five touchdowns with three interceptions over nine games in 2022.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old quarterback saw his most action yet in an NFL season, and Rush kept the Cowboys' year afloat by winning four of his five starts while Dak Prescott was sidelined with a thumb injury in September and October. Rush will be a free agent this offseason, while Will Grier is still under contract for another season, so it's possible Dallas doesn't bring him back in 2023. Given his success this past season, Rush could have multiple offers to sort through from teams looking for QB depth.

    Published: Fri, Jan 27 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in SNF loss

    Rush completed just 18 of 38 pass attempts for 181 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions in Sunday's 26-17 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Rush was harassed from start to finish, resulting in his worst outing since being forced to take over as the Cowboys' starting quarterback in Week 2. The 28-year-old had flourished as a game manager with four touchdowns and no turnovers over his last four starts before getting exposed by Philadelphia's secondary Sunday. Rush's run as starter may come to a close ahead of next Sunday's tilt against the Lions, as Dak Prescott (thumb) was able to get in a throwing session before Sunday's primetime…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 11:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting again in Week 6

    Rush will serve as the Cowboys' starting quarterback Sunday at Philadelphia with Dak Prescott (thumb) inactive.

    Analysis: Such was the expectation, but Prescott may have put himself in a position to return Week 7 versus the Lions after going through a throwing session ahead of Sunday's game. In the meantime, though, Rush will receive a fifth consecutive start, the first four of which resulted in Cowboys wins. During those performances, he completed 62 percent of his passes (65 of 105) for 705 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions.

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely getting another start

    The Cowboys are preparing for Rush and not Dak Prescott (thumb) to start Sunday's game versus the Eagles, Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: While the Cowboys aren't completing dismissing the idea of Prescott putting an end to his four-game absence this weekend, McCarthy noted that the franchise signal-caller will only do "light throwing" on the sideline Wednesday during Dallas' first official Week 6 practice, per Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports. Unless Prescott's surgically repaired thumb shows dramatic healing in the next two days that allows him to grip the football and throw at optimal velocity without inhibition, Rush looks as…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 9:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in Sunday's win

    Rush completed 10 of 16 passes for 102 yards without a touchdown or interception in Sunday's 22-10 win over the Rams.

    Analysis: He also lost one yard on four carries. The 28-year-old quarterback had a poor performance from a fantasy perspective, but Rush didn't need to be a hero with the defense and running game carrying the load. Dak Prescott (thumb) has yet to show the progress in his recovery needed in order to get back on the field, which likely leaves Rush under center once again in Week 6 in what's become a huge NFC East showdown with the undefeated Eagles.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 6:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another start awaits

    Rush is set to make his fourth straight start Sunday against the Rams with Dak Prescott (thumb) not having made enough progress in his recovery to play this weekend, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Dallas formally signed Will Grier -- who had backed up Rush in each of the previous three contests -- from the practice squad Tuesday, which supports the notion that Prescott isn't on track to be available even as an emergency No. 2 option. A return in Week 6 against the Eagles is still a realistic possibility for Prescott, but Rush will get at least one more chance to direct the Dallas offense. The backup has been a competent caretaker while leading the Cowboys to wins over the Bengals, Giants…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 4 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another solid showing

    Rush completed 15 of 27 passes for 223 yards and two touchdowns against Washington on Sunday. He also rushed twice for seven yards.

    Analysis: While Rush's modest pass attempt volume is reflective of his game-manager limitations, he continues to play very clean football and makes the throws he needs to. CeeDee Lamb (six catches for 97 yards and one touchdown on eight targets) was highly effective, and Rush conducted two of Dallas' biggest plays in the game with a 45-yard pass to Noah Brown and a nine-yard touchdown to Michael Gallup. Although Dak Prescott (thumb) might return in Week 5, at the very least Rush has shown the Dallas…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shows composure in primetime win

    Rush completed 21 of his 31 pass attempts for 215 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions in Monday's 23-16 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Rush completed all five of his pass attempts for 64 yards on a drive that ended in an Ezekiel Elliott touchdown to tie the game late in the third quarter. One possession later, Rush completed seven passes for 65 yards and connected with CeeDee Lamb for a one-yard score to give the Cowboys the lead. Rush has been relied upon primarily as a game manager in the absence of Dak Prescott (thumb), but he has led the Cowboys to two victories in each of his two starts.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 10:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Mistake-free effort in Week 2 win

    Rush completed 19 of 31 passes for 235 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: The backup quarterback remarkably won his second straight start for Dallas after he guided the team to a Week 8 victory last year against Minnesota. Much of Rush's production came in a dynamic first quarter that saw the Cowboys jump out to a 14-3 lead, including a nine-yard TD strike to Noah Brown, but after the Bengals rallied to tie it 17-17 late in the fourth, he led his squad on a final scoring drive with less than a minute left to set up a game-winning field goal by Brett Maher. With Dak…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 6:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially on active roster

    Rush, who is expected to start Sunday against the Bengals, signed a contract with the Cowboys on Saturday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Rush was technically on the practice squad and previously was a Week 1 call-up, but the Cowboys quickly rectified the issue by officially signing the backup to the 53-man squad. Rush is expected to start Sunday against the Bengals, with Will Grier projected to act as his backup.

    Published: Sat, Sep 17 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Next man up with Prescott out

    Rush is expected to step in as Dallas' starting quarterback beginning with Sunday's game against the Bengals, as Dak Prescott is likely to miss 6-to-8 weeks after undergoing surgery Monday to address a fractured right hand, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Prescott exited in the fourth quarter of the Cowboys' season-opening 19-3 loss to Tampa Bay after suffering the injury when he struck the outstretched hand of Buccaneers defender Shaquil Barrett while attempting a pass. Rush stepped in to finish the contest, completing seven of 13 passes for 64 yards while taking two sacks. Once Prescott officially is placed on injured reserve in the coming days, Rush -- who was elevated from the practice squad Sunday -- is expected to be formally added to the…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 5:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Called up for Week 1

    Rush has been called up to the Cowboys' 53-man roster ahead of their Week 1 game against the Buccaneers, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Although he was named the team's No. 2 quarterback behind Dak Prescott, Dallas has kept Rush on its practice squad until now. The 28-year-old will now be available under center should anything ultimately happen to Prescott.

    Published: Sat, Sep 10 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Named No. 2 QB for Dallas

    Rush will back up Dak Prescott to begin the season, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: While Rush is currently on the practice squad as part of some roster juggling shenanigans by the Cowboys, the 28-year-old will be promoted to the active roster ahead of Week 1's game against the Buccaneers. Rush started only one game last season but made it count, leading Dallas to a Week 8 win in Minnesota.

    Published: Fri, Sep 2 at 7:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins Cowboys' practice squad

    Rush has signed with Dallas' practice squad, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Rush was competing with Will Grier for the backup quarterback position behind Dak Prescott during training camp. The team ultimately opted to cut both and keep Prescott as the lone quarterback on the 53-man roster. The team will likely call up one of the two to be the emergency backup come Week 1.

    Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Released by Dallas

    The Cowboys released Rush on Tuesday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Rush and Will Grier were competing for the top backup spot behind Dak Prescott, but it appears neither backup quarterback will have a spot on the team's initial 53-man roster. The Cowboys will likely bring back at least one of the two backups via a practice squad deal so he can operate as an emergency option during game days.

    Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays pair of possessions Saturday

    Rush completed three of six pass attempts for 32 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in the Cowboys' 32-18 preseason win over the Chargers on Saturday night.

    Analysis: Rush started his second straight exhibition, but he saw less work than during the preseason-opening loss to the Broncos a week earlier when he went 12-for-20 passing for 84 yards with no touchdowns and one interception. The Central Michigan product played the first two offensive series before calling it a night, and he heads into the exhibition finale against the Seahawks on Friday trying to fend off Will Grier for the No. 2 job.

    Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 10:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting Saturday's exhibition

    Coach Mike McCarthy said Rush will start Saturday's preseason game at the Chargers with Dak Prescott not suiting up, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Like he did during preseason Week 1 at Denver, Rush will get the nod first under center for the Cowboys. In that contest, he complete 12 of 20 passes for 84 yards, no touchdowns and one interception while adding a nine-yard carry. Once Rush is done for the contest, Will Grier will enter for him, with Ben DiNucci working the fourth quarter.

    Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 6:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still ticketed for backup role

    Rush is expected to be the Cowboys' No. 2 quarterback this season behind Dak Prescott, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 28-year-old could face a camp challenge for the job from Will Grier, who was a third-round pick of the Panthers in 2019, but Rush earned a lot of goodwill by leading the Cowboys to victory in his lone start last year Week 8 against the Vikings. If Prescott stays healthy in 2022, however, his backup isn't likely to see much work, regardless of who it is.

    Published: Tue, Jul 5 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees action late in Week 18

    Rush completed his only pass attempt for 10 yards and lost four yards on three carries in Saturday's win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: It's the fifth time this season Rush has seen action, but he's only been needed for one start, as his other four appearances, including this one, came late in blowout wins. The 28-year-old wraps up the regular season with a 63.8 percent completion rate, 422 passing yards and a 3:1 TD:INT on 47 attempts, and he's proven he can be a capable backup for Dak Prescott in the Cowboys' system.

    Published: Tue, Jan 11 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed back to No. 2 role

    Rush is expected to serve as the Cowboys' backup quarterback Sunday against the Broncos after head coach Mike McCarthy said Dak Prescott (calf) is on track to start Week 9 upon returning to full participation in practice Thursday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Prescott appeared close to playing last week leading up to the Cowboys' eventual 20-16 win over the Vikings, so it comes as little surprise that he's on track to return to the lineup after he participated in both of the Cowboys' first two Week 9 practices. Barring a setback over the next day or two, Prescott will take back the reins of the offense from Rush, who performed capably against Minnesota in the first extended NFL action of his five-year career. He completed 24 of 40 pass attempts for…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 4 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Excels in first NFL start

    Rush completed 24 of 40 pass attempts for 325 yards, two touchdowns, an interception and a fumble lost in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: Rush was called into action for his first career start after Dak Prescott (calf) was ruled out during warmups. Dallas' five-year backup responded without hesitation, posting big passing numbers while leading his team to what turned out to be an upset win on the road. The 27-year-old was not rattled by his moment in the national spotlight, commanding the offense with confidence while utilizing all of the Cowboys' top receiving weapons. Prescott has a good shot to return to action against the…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 11:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting for Prescott in Week 8

    Rush will start in place of Dak Prescott (calf) on Sunday in Minnesota, David Moore of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Prescott's availability came down to a pregame warmup as he tends to a right calf strain suffered back in Week 6 at New England. Over the course of the workout, it became increasingly clear that Rush would be the starter, with Rush getting the initial throws and Prescott and Will Grier mixing in behind him, according to Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News. With Prescott officially inactive, Rush will earn his first NFL start. How Rush fares remains to be seen because he has just three…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Staying ready for potential start

    Rush took all of the Cowboys' team reps in practice this week, and some within the organization believe he'll start Sunday against the Vikings with top quarterback Dak Prescott's (ankle) status "up in the air," Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Even after a Week 7 bye, Prescott -- who is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff -- doesn't appear to have made a full recovery from the strained calf he suffered on the final play of Dallas' overtime win over the Patriots in Week 6. While Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network note that Prescott is pushing to play and will go through his normal pregame warmup routine, the franchise signal-caller was only able to take part in walk-through activities and 7-on-7…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 6:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Wins No. 2 gig

    Rush is one of two quarterbacks on the Cowboys' roster after the team cut Garrett Gilbert and Ben DiNucci on Tuesday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Cowboys could still tentatively pursue another veteran option, but for at least the time being, Rush looks slated to operate as the backup to Dak Prescott (shoulder). That said, the team did recently pass on the opportunity to acquire Gardner Minshew in exchange for a late-round draft pick, instead allowing the Eagles to do so, which may be an indication that Dallas isn't in the market for an alternative backup option.

    Published: Tue, Aug 31 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Falls flat in preseason finale

    Rush completed four of eight passes for 16 yards in Sunday's preseason loss to the Jaguars.

    Analysis: The 27-year-old got the start in the preseason finale but had no success moving the ball, although he was working with the Cowboys' second-team offensive line and skill players against Jacksonville's first-team defense. Garrett Gilbert replaced Rush after three series and only did a little better against the Jags' second-teamers, leaving the backup situation behind Dak Prescott (shoulder) just as murky as it was coming into the game. There's still a strong chance Dallas will find a veteran QB…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Making push for backup job

    Rush could be putting pressure on Garrett Gilbert for the No. 2 QB job behind Dak Prescott (shoulder), Rob Phillips of DallasCowboys.com reports.

    Analysis: Rush was by far the most effective signal-caller for the Cowboys on Saturday night, completing 10 of 12 passes for 97 yards and two touchdowns. Meanwhile, Gilbert, who got the start, completed three of five passes for 30 yards and lost a fumble, and Ben DiNucci was picked off three times by the Texans' second and third-string defenders in the second half. Any camp battle could wind up moot if the team brings in a more established veteran after rosters get cut down across the league, but based…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks healthy Friday

    Rush completed seven of 13 passes for 89 yards in Friday's preseason loss to the Cardinals. He didn't throw a touchdown pass or an interception.

    Analysis: The 27-year-old picked up a minor shoulder injury last week, but Rush didn't seem bothered by it in Arizona. He was once again the second QB in the game after Garrett Gilbert, but Rush hasn't done much in exhibition action so far to put pressure on Gilbert for the No. 2 role during the regular season behind Dak Prescott (shoulder).

    Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 6:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up shoulder injury

    Rush missed Saturday's joint practice with the Rams due to a shoulder injury, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: With Dak Prescott (shoulder) not in attendance for Thursday's Hall of Fame Game, Rush was the second Cowboys quarterback on the field after backup Garrett Gilbert and ahead of fellow reserve Ben DiNucci. Rush completed eight of 13 passes for 70 yards, but he apparently came out the other side with a health concern. He'll aim to get healthy for the team's next preseason game Friday in Arizona.

    Published: Sat, Aug 7 at 5:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Rush (back) is present at Tuesday's practice, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Rush missed two days of practice due to a back injury, but he's already gotten healthy enough to get back on the field. The 27-year-old veteran is competing with Garrett Gilbert and Ben DiNucci for reserve work behind Dak Prescott (ankle).

    Published: Tue, Jul 27 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with back spasms

    Rush didn't participate at Sunday's practice due to back spasms, Rob Phillips of the Cowboys' official site reports.

    Analysis: Rush had the injury crop up Saturday and now has missed two straight practices due to the issue. The 27-year-old has less than two weeks to get healthy before the Hall of Fame Game versus Pittsburgh on Aug. 5.

    Published: Sun, Jul 25 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Secures pact with Dallas

    Rush signed a reserve/future contract with the Cowboys on Monday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The quarterback first joined Dallas back in 2017 as an undrafted free agent and has bounced back and forth between the practice squad and active roster since that point.

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Demoted to practice squad

    Rush reverted to the Cowboys' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

    Analysis: Rush was active as a backup option to Garrett Gilbert for Sunday's home game against the Steelers, but he was not needed in a surprisingly close contest that ultimately saw Pittsburgh prevail 24-19. Ben DiNucci was a healthy scratch for Week 9, meaning that if Andy Dalton (concussion/illness) can't gain medical clearance by the time Dallas next plays Nov. 22 against Minnesota, Rush may be called up once again.

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 6:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely not starting Week 9

    Rush is not expected to start Sunday's game against the Steelers, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: It appears as if Garrett Gilbert will take over as the Cowboys' starting quarterback Sunday in lieu of Rush, who is expected to be called up to the active roster sometime this weekend. Given Ben DiNucci's struggles in the same role last week, it'll be interesting to see whether Rush or DiNucci acts as the backup in what figures to be a tough matchup against the Steelers' defense.

    Published: Sat, Nov 7 at 8:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Being considered for Week 9 start

    The Cowboys are considering going with Rush as their starting quarterback Sunday against the Steelers after Andy Dalton (concussion) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: There was optimism Dalton would get through the concussion protocol in time for Sunday's game, only for the veteran to contract COVID-19. Ben DiNucci got the first opportunity to replace Dalton this past Sunday at Philadelphia, leading the Cowboys to a 23-9 loss while completing 21 of 40 passes for 180 yards, getting sacked four times, losing two fumbles and gaining 22 yards on five carries. The ugly performance seems to be swaying coach Mike McCarthy to consider other options, namely Rush, who…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 3 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting look from Houston

    Rush will participate in a workout with the Texans, Aaron Wilson of The Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old quarterback most recently suited up as a member of the Giants' practice squad, but he apparently did not show enough for offensive coordinator Jason Garrett to consider him indispensable. Houston is taking a look at its developmental quarterback options, with the team currently having Bill O'Brien-era holdover AJ McCarron playing on a $4 million deal as the No. 2 QB.

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Drops from practice squad

    The Giants cut Rush from the practice squad Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Rush followed Giants offensive coordinator Jason Garrett from Dallas to the Big Apple, but after three weeks, the QB was let go in favor of Clayton Thorson. Rush will seek a new practice squad role elsewhere.

    Published: Tue, Sep 29 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inks practice squad contract

    The Giants signed Rush to their practice squad Sunday, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.

    Analysis: Rush has a history with offensive coordinator Jason Garrett from their time in Dallas together, so he'll be a dependable depth QB heading into the 2020 season.

    Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 7:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shifts to waivers

    The Giants waived Rush on Saturday, Michael Eisen of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Offensive coordinator Jason Garrett was Rush's head coach in Dallas last year, but Rush couldn't beat out Colt McCoy to be Daniel Jones' backup in 2020. Rush may stick around on the practice squad if he clears waivers.

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 8:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scooped up by Giants

    The Giants claimed Rush off waivers from the Cowboys on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Rush will reunite with former Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett, who accepted a position with the Giants as an offensive coordinator after being dismissed by Dallas in January. The 26-year-old Rush will likely battle with veterans Colt McCoy and Alex Tanney for the one or two backup spots available behind second-year starter Daniel Jones.

    Published: Tue, May 5 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Done in Dallas

    Rush was waived by the Cowboys on Monday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Dallas' decision to cut Rush comes following the news that Andy Dalton has officially signed with the team as Dak Prescott's backup. The selection of developmental project Ben DiNucci in the seventh round of the 2020 NFL Draft also accounts for the team's No. 3 spot, making Rush the odd man out in Dallas' quarterback room. The 26-year-old only attempted three regular-season passes in three years after joining the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent out of Central Michigan in 2017, and he'll now…read more

    Published: Mon, May 4 at 8:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Roster spot in jeopardy

    Rush could see his Cowboys tenure come to an end after the team signed Andy Dalton to be Dak Prescott's backup Saturday.

    Analysis: An undrafted free agent out of Central Michigan in 2017, Rush has held down the No. 2 QB spot behind Prescott but has only attempted three regular-season passes in three years. With a solid veteran in Dalton now on hand, and 2020 seventh-round pick Ben DiNucci available as a developmental option for new coach Mike McCarthy if the club wants to carry a third quarterback on the gameday roster, there would appear to be no room for Rush as well.

    Published: Sun, May 3 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs RFA tender

    Rush signed a one-year, $2.1 million contract with the Cowboys on Wednesday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Cowboys locked Rush up for 2020 via a restricted free agent tender, putting him on track to return as the team's No. 2 option behind Dak Prescott. The Cowboys could still bring in competition for the backup gig during the offseason, and it's worth noting that second-year man Clayton Thorson will be retained for at least another year after having signed a reserve/futures contract.

    Published: Wed, Mar 18 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets RFA tender

    The Cowboys gave Rush a restricted free agent tender, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old backup quarterback has played 26 offensive snaps in three seasons with Dallas, last throwing a pass in a regular-season game in 2017. Rush was shaky during preseason play the past two years, so it won't come as any surprise if the Cowboys bring in competition for the No. 2 QB job. To that effect, Clayton Thorson spent most of 2019 on the team's practice squad and then signed a reserve/futures contract at the end of the season.

    Published: Fri, Mar 13 at 6:36am by Rotowire.com
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