Just when it seemed like things were finally looking up in Dallas, with CeeDee Lamb’s contract extension settled, the familiar storm of drama that surrounds Jerry Jones has flared up once again.
Dak Prescott Still Without a Contract Extension
Cowboys fans had been eagerly waiting for the resolution of Lamb’s holdout, especially with the season just around the corner. It was a relief to have one of the team’s major concerns addressed. However, it didn’t take long before attention shifted back to the ongoing saga of Dak Prescott’s contract extension.
Despite Dak Prescott being a reliable quarterback since joining the team in 2016, it doesn’t seem to be enough for Jerry Jones. The outspoken owner continues to air matters that should be kept behind closed doors, and he did so again this week with a lengthy rant about the Prescott situation.
This is nothing new for Cowboys fans, who have grown accustomed to Jones’s management style. But it’s becoming increasingly clear that the players are losing patience with his antics, and some, including Prescott, are no longer holding back.
Dak Prescott made it clear that he has no interest in what Jerry Jones has to say about his contract situation. When asked by reporters for his reaction to Jones’s comments about being okay with not having a quarterback under contract for the 2025 season, Prescott gave a sharp, direct response that spoke volumes.
If this is a sign of how poorly the contract negotiations—or lack thereof—are going, things might be far worse than anyone anticipated.
Tensions are High Amid Contract Talks
Tensions are clearly rising, which is a troubling sign for an owner who claims to want a Super Bowl win but seems to undervalue his franchise quarterback. It’s a strange position for Jones to take, especially given how dependable Prescott has been, even if the team hasn’t yet achieved the ultimate goal.
While it’s understandable that Jones might want to keep his options open in case a “better” quarterback becomes available next year, alienating the player who has led the team for the past eight seasons—and who is clearly supported by his teammates—makes little sense.
This situation looks like it’s only going to get messier, especially now that Dak Prescott is being so candid with the media. The 2024 season is shaping up to be a rocky one.
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