Dak Prescott Hopes to Play In NFL Into His 40s, Cowboys QB Says It 'Would Be Awesome'

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott isn't planning on retiring anytime soon, as the 32-year-old envisions playing into his 40s.

"Forties would be a good number," Prescott said, according to ESPN's Todd Archer. "Obviously, I've been through some injuries; played very physical in college so if I can get to 40 playing at the standard that I want, yeah, that would be awesome."

The veteran signal-caller will turn 40 years old just before the start of the 2033 season. Prescott is currently under contract through his age-35 season in 2028.

Quarterbacks playing into their 40s has become more common over the past few years, with legendary passers such as Tom Brady and Drew Brees retiring at 44 and 42 years old respectively.

As for current quarterbacks, Pittsburgh Steelers signal-caller Aaron Rodgers will turn 42 years old on Dec. 2. New Cincinnati Bengals passer Joe Flacco is also 40 years old.

"I can see it more realistically now," Prescott said, per Archer. "And I think as much as anything, the fun and the peace that this game still gives me 10 years in is going to be hard [to move on from]. You can't supplement it, so as long as I can do this at a level that I'm proud and happy with, I'll keep trying."

Staying healthy will obviously be important for Prescott if he ultimately plays into his 40s. While he suited up in all 17 regular-season games in 2023, he only made eight appearances last season due to a hamstring injury.

Prescott has looked sharp under center this year, completing 71.3 percent of his throws for 1,356 yards and 10 touchdowns compared to just three interceptions across five starts.

The Cowboys currently sit at 2-2-1.