Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott understands the business of the NFL and expressed that when asked to comment on the departure of coach Mike McCarthy. “Just [a] great dude and blessed to be able to play underneath him,

McCarthy and the Cowboys parted ways on Monday after negotiations about a contract extension fell apart, reportedly in part over the length of a new deal. McCarthy spent five seasons leading the franchise, but went just 7-10 in what was a largely disappointing campaign this year.

Dak Prescott has been one of coach Mike McCarthy's biggest advocates in regards to the Dallas Cowboys keeping him on a contract for the 2025 season. But on Monday it became clear that the two sides couldn't come to an agreement, and the Cowboys will be moving on from McCarthy after five seasons.