Despite a shared desire to keep Dak Prescott as their quarterback, the Dallas Cowboys have not engaged in meaningful contract negotiations with the star performer this offseason. Prescott has expressed his commitment to the team, but his free agency in 2025 looms, and a no-tag clause complicates the situation. Jerry Jones, the Cowboys owner, has emphasized the team’s belief in Prescott’s potential for further growth under head coach Mike McCarthy’s guidance. Jones acknowledged the financial implications of maintaining a top-tier supporting cast around Prescott, highlighting the team’s previous financial flexibility due to Prescott’s rookie contract. However, as Prescott’s salary cap hit increases to $55.4 million this season, the Cowboys face the challenge of balancing their desire to retain Prescott with the need to manage their salary cap effectively. Prescott has indicated that becoming the highest-paid quarterback is not his primary goal, and he seems content to wait for the right contract offer. The Cowboys may be taking a wait-and-see approach, evaluating Prescott’s performance in his ninth season as their starter before committing to a long-term extension. The team’s recent struggles in the playoffs, not having advanced to an NFC Championship Game since 1995, could also influence their decision-making. The Cowboys have also yet to address contract extensions for other key players, such as receiver CeeDee Lamb and edge rusher Micah Parsons, as they navigate the complex landscape of salary cap management and long-term team planning.
Cowboys Yet to Engage in Substantial Contract Negotiations with Dak Prescott
