Dak Prescott is back: Dallas Cowboys starter medically cleared

Six weeks after suffering a right throwing thumb injury that necessitated surgery,

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According to head coach Mike McCarthy, the Dallas Cowboys quarterback has received a medical clearance to participate fully in practice.

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Prior to the Week 6 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Prescott had been a limited participant in practices.

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Prescott may or may not start the Cowboys' game on Sunday.

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After Dallas' Week 3 victory over the Giants, Prescott had stated to USA TODAY Sports that he might make a comeback in Week 5.

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Prescott then remarked, "Some people are OK with (sitting out), but I'm not constructed that way.

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"It's killing me to not be out there with my boys, (crap). Although it's extremely difficult, I must remain patient.

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After Dallas' Week 5 victory against the Los Angeles Rams, Prescott said to USA TODAY Sports, "I feel good."

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On September 26 at MetLife Stadium, before the Giants game, Prescott had the one stitch removed.

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Prescott has improved over the past two and a half weeks, strengthening his grip and increasing the velocity of his throws.

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