Fox Sports has issued a statement taking issue with Pundit Skip Balles, who condemned the Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott this morning. Undisputed TV show for Prescott’s revelation that he has treated depression.
“At Fox Sports, we are proud of Dak Prescott for publicly announcing his struggles with depression and mental health,” the statement said. “Despite the cause of any conflict, Fox Sports believes that Dak showed tremendous courage, which is evident in his leadership over the Dallas Cowboys and his character outside the field. We do not agree with Belles’ opinion. Undisputed This morning. How Fox Sports and our audience have received their sensitive comments internally and we have taken note of the importance of this matter along with the ignore. “
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There was no word if Belles was fined outside the statement.
On Wednesday, Prescott discussed his struggle with frustration and anxiety in an interview with the news of his d struggle Las Morning, in which his condition led to his brother’s suicide. Bells said Thursday that the quarterback should not show signs of “weakness”, as “it could affect your team’s ability to trust you in difficult places.”
Prescott is already under pressure, as he demands a long-term contract with the Cowboys. He plays under the franchise tag this season, which puts him in the top five of the NFL quarterbacks. But he is looking for a bonus that usually comes with a long deal.
Responding to Belles, Prescott said he would be a “fake leader” if he did not talk about mental health issues.
“I think being a leader is about being original and real … I think it’s important to be sensitive, to be real, to be transparent,” Prescott said. “I think when you are a leader and when your voice is heard by a lot of people it will last a very long time and you can inspire.”
