In a development that signals potential upheaval for the Dallas Cowboys, the team has not made any significant moves to enhance its roster two weeks into the 2024 NFL league year, much to the dismay of its fan base and possibly to the delight of Philadelphia Eagles supporters.
Speculation about the future of Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has been rife, with fans eagerly awaiting news of a contract extension that, as of now, appears increasingly unlikely.
Jerry Jones, the Cowboys’ owner, has hinted in discussions that an extension for Prescott might not be on the horizon.
This was further corroborated by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, who revealed on X that no offers have been extended to Prescott, whose contract concludes after the 2024 season.
The #Cowboys and QB Dak Prescott have a mutual understanding of his contract situation, sources say, with no offers from Dallas despite him being in a contract year. Owner Jerry Jones said, “We are where we are, locked and loaded for this year.”
No indication a deal is coming. pic.twitter.com/JtW5lqHzSG
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 26, 2024
This situation is compounded by earlier reports from ESPN in January that head coach Mike McCarthy is also not slated for a contract extension beyond the upcoming season, creating an unusual scenario where both a key player and the head coach might be in their final year with the team.
The financial constraints facing the Cowboys add another layer of complexity to their predicament.
According to Spotrac.com, the team is currently operating with approximately $5 million in salary cap space, one of the lowest in the league.
Spotrac.com report
If the #Cowboys do nothing else with Dak Prescott's financials this league year, he'll carry a $55.4M cap hit through the season, then leave behind a $40.4M dead hit to Dallas for the 2025 season as he enters free agency next March.https://t.co/eWgjLeQ2i6
— Spotrac (@spotrac) March 26, 2024
Despite Prescott’s efforts to alleviate some of the financial pressure by restructuring his 2024 roster bonus, his cap hit for 2024 stands at a staggering $55.4 million, leaving the Cowboys in a precarious financial situation.
As the Cowboys navigate these challenges without a clear solution in sight, the team’s inability to secure its cornerstone quarterback and head coach for the future has led to unrest among its supporters.
Without a dramatic shift in their approach, akin to the transformative strategies employed by Eagles’ executive Howie Roseman, the Cowboys may find themselves in the market for a new quarterback in 2025, a scenario that has left the Dallas fanbase deeply concerned about the direction of their beloved team.
