In Emotional Speech, A Star Quarterback Passes The Torch

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November 17, 2016

Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys hugs Tony Romo after a win against the Chicago Bears at AT&T Stadium on Sept. 25, 2016 in Arlington, Texas. (Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Dallas Cowboys star quarterback Tony Romo acknowledged this week that it was time to step aside for a young rookie, Dak Prescott. Romo, 36, has been injured all year. In his absence, Prescott has led the Cowboys to remarkable 8-1 start.

Here & Now's Robin Young speaks with Here & Now sports analyst Mike Pesca (@pescami), host of the daily podcast The Gist, about one of the season's most compelling storylines.

This segment aired on November 17, 2016.