Mississippi State quarterback Dak Prescott is one of the more intriguing quarterback prospects in the year's draft class, and is garnering plenty of attention from NFL franchises with just over a month until the 2016 NFL Draft.
The Bulldogs quarterback worked out for the Dallas Cowboys on Monday and despite some off-field concerns is considered one of the top-tier quarterbacks in the 2016 class. Prescott improved on his numbers each season in the SEC, and completed 66.2 percent of his passes for 3,794 yards with 29 touchdowns to five interceptions his senior year. The Bulldogs quarterback is a dual threat behind center, as he rushed for 588 yards and scored 10 touchdowns last season.
The Cowboys aren't the only team who are working out the Mississippi State quarterback this week, as the Arizona Cardinals are reportedly scheduled to work out Prescott this Wednesday. The 6-foot-2, 226-pound quarterback could make a strong fit in Arizona, and with starting quarterback Carson Palmer in place at least for the next couple seasons, Bruce Arians and the Cardinals coaching staff could help develop Prescott.
The Bulldogs quarterback proved in college that he has the arm and size to make it at the next level, but needs to improve on his mechanics as well as working through his reads when looking downfield. Prescott was arrested for a DUI earlier this March, but it was recently found that the breathalyzer tests were inconclusive. The Bulldogs quarterback took full responsibility for his actions, and released a statement the day after the arrest.
"I want to make a statement, and first take complete responsibility for my actions," wrote Prescott. "I'm very remorseful for my misjudgment. I want to apologize for to my true supporters, my family, Mississippi State University, the NFL, and the kids who look up to me. I won't ask for forgiveness; however, I'll show the true man I am and exhibit my character through my actions and behavior moving forward."
Prescott's ability to take ownership of his mistake could impress some teams, as NFL franchises have seen plenty of quarterbacks recently who have been quick to point the finger or not take responsibility for their actions. The Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills are also interested in the young prospect out of Mississippi State and are reportedly schedule to visit with him next month.
Prescott will likely need time to develop in the league, but in the right system could have tremendous upside and could go as high as late in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft.
