Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed that Cooper Rush will be the backup quarterback behind Dak Prescott for the regular-season opener. This decision places Trey Lance as the third-string quarterback, indicating his role will likely be limited to emergency situations during games.

In his first game with the Dallas Cowboys, Trey Lance showcased his potential by throwing for 188 yards and rushing for 44 yards against the Los Angeles Rams. Despite the Cowboys' narrow 13-12 loss, Lance's performance included several promising drives, although he struggled to convert them into touchdowns. Coach Mike McCarthy expressed optimism about Lance's progress and command of the offense, despite the challenges he faced, including missed opportunities and drops from his receivers.

Week 1 of the 2023 NFL season provided some quality entertainment in the sport's return. The Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars were among the teams that executed the best virtual barbs on social media. The Browns defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 24-3, trolling their in-state rival. The Jaguars beat the Indianapolis Colts 31-21, snapping a five-game losing streak at Lucas Oil Stadium. The Washington Commanders defeated the Arizona Cardinals 20-16, and the New Orleans Saints edged out the Tennessee Titans 16-15. The San Francisco 49ers dominated the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-7.

Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy spoke highly of new quarterback Trey Lance, praising his work ethic and dedication to improving his game. McCarthy mentioned that Lance has taken over the quarterback meeting room and has been diligently working on his footwork. Lance is currently projected as the QB3 behind Cooper Rush.