- Dak Prescott’s contract negotiation is important, but it’s not the only challenge facing the Dallas Cowboys this offseason.
- From Amari Cooper to Byron Jones, the Cowboys face major questions before free agency arrives.
- The Cowboys absolutely need Prescott, but not if his enormous salary demands brutalize the rest of the roster.
You could easily make the mistake that Dak Prescott was the only concern for the Dallas Cowboys front office this offseason.
But although he’s a massive piece of the puzzle, he’s not the be-all and end-all for America’s team.
The Cowboys Can’t Pay Prescott Mahomes Money
Would letting Cooper go and replacing him with someone like Stefon Diggs of the Vikings be a viable move? Diggs would be cheaper for sure, but he’s not Amari Cooper.
And here’s the kicker: It would almost inevitably cost Dallas a first-round draft pick.
Holding onto some of that Prescott cash could allow the organization to tie down Cooper long-term, setting up his (next) quarterback for success.
2. Lock down Byron Jones.
Of the more prominent free agents the Cowboys have on their books, Byron Jones is among the least likely to return to Jerry World as a member of the home team.
Should the Cowboys pay him the north of $ million per year he wants? That’s a difficult question.
But if Dak Prescott moves on, there’ll be more money in the pot to make sure Jones doesn’t go anywhere.
How the Cowboys Could Replace Dak
If the Cowboys refuse Dak Prescott’s steep salary demands, there’s always the chance that he sobers up and agrees to a more reasonable contract.
But if not, the Cowboys will be fine. This year’s QB market is flush with talent – way more than usual.
Patriots legend Tom Brady sits atop that pile, but there are plenty of lower-budget options too .
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This article was edited by Josiah Wilmoth
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