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Prescott went in the injury tent with team trainers following Dallas’ field goal drive at the end of the third quarter. Trainers were also seen examining Prescott’s bloodied hand during the ensuing Falcons drive. The Cowboys quarterback returned to the sideline after six minutes, remaining in his uniform, but did not return to the game.