As time passes, Dak Prescott’s impact on his alma mater remains.
During his time at Mississippi State, Prescott became one of the university’s most well-known players. He owns 38 school records and created countless memories by leading the program to its first-ever No. 1 AP ranking in 2014. On Wednesday, the university announced that it would name its new English Bulldog mascot after the Cowboys quarterback.
Mississippi State has introduced its next mascot, @BullyXXII, who was named "@dak" after Cowboys QB Dak Prescott.
— Joey Hayden (@_joeyhayden) March 22, 2023
Prescott played for MSU from 2011-15, and led the Bulldogs to their first-ever No. 1 ranking in 2014.
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The English Bulldog, also known as Bully XXII, will begin his new role at halftime of Mississippi State’s spring game on April 15. Dak the dog’s predecessor was named Jak.
A statement from the university details Dak’s origins, which include being the smallest of his litter.
“We love sharing ‘Dak’ with MSU’s fans and friends, but we likewise want him to have some quiet time to rest and spend time with us,” Dak’s owner Bruce Martin said in the statement. “We are committed to giving ‘Dak’ a balanced, happy life – and for him to enjoy his time as Bully.”
When he isn’t pumping up the atmosphere in Starkville, Dak will live with his family at a farm in Meridian, Mississippi.
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