With Dak Prescott sidelined by a hamstring injury, the 3-5 Dallas Cowboys are turning to backup quarterback Cooper Rush for their crucial NFC East showdown against the 6-2 Philadelphia Eagles. Known for his steady leadership, Rush holds a 5-1 record as a starter—a track record that brings some optimism to Dallas as they fight to keep playoff hopes alive.br br Rush has the confidence of his teammates and coaches. Defensive leader Micah Parsons praised his straightforward style, saying, “I’ve seen what Cooper Rush can do; he’s won games for us by playing the basics. I’ve got full faith in him.” Offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer added, “He may be one of the smartest QBs I’ve been around.”br br In this high-stakes matchup, Rush has the opportunity to step up, potentially narrowing the division gap with a win over Philadelphia. If he can deliver, Rush could keep Dallas in contention and prove his value as one of the NFL’s most reliable backup QBs.