Dallas Cowboys are facing a $60 million question about Dak Prescott.
Following their brutal playoff loss to the Green Bay Packers, the Dallas Cowboys will have to deal with Dak Prescott’s contract in the offseason. The fact is that the team will need to shell out almost $60 million annually in order to retain their quarterback.
The largest contract extension for a quarterback in the NFL will be overtaken by Prescott’s $60 million annual salary if the Cowboys sign him. Joe Burrow’s $275 million contract extension with the Cincinnati Bengals expired after five years.
That estimated sum makes sense, particularly for a quarterback with Prescott’s caliber of play. The Cowboys great gained 36 touchdowns, nine interceptions, and 4,516 yards of total yardage just last season. Prescott led Dallas, which finished the regular season with a 12-6 record.
Prescott threw for over 400 yards against Green Bay in the playoffs, despite the Cowboys’ loss. Putting aside his criticism of his performance against the Packers, the quarterback became a stronger leader for Dallas by accepting responsibility for the defeat.
Right now, Prescott’s $59.4 million contract is extended through the end of 2024. Given his play in the previous season, he stands a decent chance of receiving a larger contract in a new deal.
During the offseason, one of the more fascinating subjects is undoubtedly Prescott’s circumstances. Bleacher Report’s Jordan Schultz examines the Cowboy’s situation and outlines potential outcomes:
“It was Dak Prescott’s finest season to date. Nevertheless, Dallas is still obligated to pay Micah Parsons, CeeDee Lamb, and, most likely, Dak Prescott. As I’ve stated publicly, I think Dak Prescott will earn about $60 million a year, which would make him the highest-paid quarterback in football,” Schultz stated.
The environment for quarterbacks and their value in the NFL will undoubtedly change if Prescott wins this case. The Cowboys’ plans for the upcoming season are still unknown, as is their desire to keep their standout quarterback.
