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Updated · The New York Times · Aug 12
Cowboys Flash 5 Prescott TDs in Rams Practice as Defense Snags 3 Interceptions
Updated
Updated · The New York Times · Aug 12

Cowboys Flash 5 Prescott TDs in Rams Practice as Defense Snags 3 Interceptions

3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Aug 12

Summary

  • Dak Prescott threw five touchdown passes in team drills — two to CeeDee Lamb and one each to KaVontae Turpin, Brevyn Spann-Ford and Ryan Flournoy — as Dallas showed sharper red-zone execution.
  • That improvement addressed a key 2025 weakness, with Prescott saying extra camp work is paying off even as the offense keeps some Week 1 concepts in reserve.
  • George Pickens added multiple catches and a touchdown, though Prescott was intercepted once targeting him in the end zone; Jaydon Blue also lost a fumble and Terence Steele struggled in pass protection.
  • Dallas' defense also held up far better than in last year's Rams session, with Justin Barron grabbing three interceptions and Quinnen Williams, Donovan Ezeiruaku and Caleb Downs standing out.
  • The joint workout is one of Dallas' main preseason tuneups because starters are not expected to play in exhibition games, making these Rams and upcoming Saints practices central to Week 1 preparation.

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