Trey Lance’s Last Shot: A Game-Changing Opportunity with the Dallas Cowboys

 

The Dallas Cowboys have been a powerhouse in the NFC East for years, but in 2025, there’s a fresh twist to their quarterback storyline—one that could alter the future of the team. Trey Lance, the former third overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft, finds himself at a pivotal crossroads in his career with the Cowboys. After a turbulent journey in San Francisco and a change of scenery to Dallas, Lance has spoken out about the “last chance” to prove himself as a starter.

 

 

 

 

 

Lance’s road to Dallas has been anything but smooth. After being drafted by the 49ers, he was expected to become the franchise quarterback. However, injuries and a fierce competition with Jimmy Garoppolo and later, Brock Purdy, derailed his ascension. After limited opportunities to start, the 49ers traded him to Dallas, where the Cowboys saw potential in a quarterback with immense physical talent but little on-field experience.

 

 

 

 

 

In a recent interview, Lance was candid about his perspective on this opportunity. “It feels like a last shot,” he admitted. “But I’m embracing it. I know what’s at stake. I’m in a place where I can make the most of every snap, every rep, and show everyone that I can be the guy.” For Lance, this season could either be a breakthrough or the end of his aspirations as a starting quarterback.

 

 

 

 

With Dak Prescott firmly entrenched as the Cowboys’ No. 1 quarterback, Lance faces stiff competition for a starting role. However, with Prescott’s contract running down and Dallas’ ability to move on in the future, Lance’s chances to make an impact this season could play a pivotal role in his career. He’s not just competing for the starting role this year, but setting the stage for what’s next—whether it’s as the Cowboys’ future leader or as a sought-after trade asset.

 

 

 

Cowboys fans are no strangers to high expectations, and Lance understands the pressure that comes with wearing the star. But for him, the focus is on the present, on taking full advantage of what may be his final chance to prove he belongs in the NFL’s starting lineup. If he succeeds, the NFC East division could be in for a major shift.