Cowboys Announce Starting Quarterback For Sunday's Game © Image:msn

It's official: On Sunday afternoon, Dak Prescott will start as quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.

Prescott become the team's starting against the Detroit Lions after missing the previous five contests due to a fractured thumb.

The renowned quarterback confirmed to the media that he will play this weekend.

Dak Prescott confirmed that he will start against Detroit on Sunday, according to Cowboys reporter Todd Archer.

On Wednesday, head coach Mike McCarthy said that Prescott had received a medical clearance to compete.

The Cowboys unexpectedly won four out of their five games without Prescott.

There is no better moment than now for Prescott to return.

The Lions defence, which is likely to rank among the worst in NFL history, will be his opponent.