It took the Dallas Cowboys six weeks before their most recent acquisition made it into the end zone.
With only nine receptions on 19 targets for 73 yards and one rush for six yards, Brandin Cooks had a sluggish start to the season.
Finally, the seasoned wide receiver was able to have a significant impact on the game by scoring in the fourth quarter on Monday following a nice pass from Dak Prescott and a superb block from Tony Pollard.
In order to set up the game-winning field goal, he then had a crucial 3rd-and-9 reception and a 14-yard grab.
Cooks discussed his desire to show Dak Prescott that he still possesses speed, agility, and the ability to be a reliable option for the passing game after the game.
According to Around The NFL and NFL.com, Cooks said, “It was a great throw and a throw that [Prescott] put trust in me to go out there and go make.
“I’m just grateful for the chance and for making the big play to demonstrate my worth in his eyes.
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Fair enough, Cooks isn’t solely to blame.
He has been prevented from doing what he does best, which is to stretch the field vertically with his speed and acceleration, by the Cowboys’ relatively conservative offensive play-calling.
Cooks isn’t the only wide receiver in Dallas who is having trouble posting high totals this year, either.
The only Cowboys wide receiver or tight end to accumulate at least 36 yards during Monday night’s victory was CeeDee Lamb, and that was against the worst passing defense in the league.
For whatever reason, Lamb hadn’t been actively involved enough to help Michael Gallup maximize the potential of his targets.
Although the Cowboys will still be a run-first team, Cook’s performance was positive and might open up more opportunities in the future.