Video: Peter King: Cowboys need to compromise and sign Dak Prescott

[OmerV]

I think it’s pretty clear Dak is wanting much more than we are willing to offer at this time.

Two more years we should pretty well know what we have. If McCarthy hasn’t done anymore with Dak then it’s time to move on.

I don't know if that is clear. It may be that he wants less (fewer years). The only thing we really know is there is some point the sides aren't agreeing on.

 

[Diehardblues]

I don't know if that is clear. It may be that he wants less (fewer years). The only thing we really know is there is some point the sides aren't agreeing on.

We do know that there has been some offerings by the Cowboys . That were more than reasonable.


Watkins reports that the Cowboys met with Prescott's representation twice since the the NFL combine -- which ended March 2. Recently, they reportedly offered Prescott a contract which includes an average salary of $33 million with $105 million guaranteed. This contract would exceed Aaron Rodgers' deal in both total money and guaranteed money. Russell Wilson of the Seattle Seahawks most recently reset the market with his four-year, $140 million contract which included $107 million guaranteed -- $70 million that was guaranteed when pen hit paper.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...monster-contract-with-105-million-guaranteed/
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...monster-contract-with-105-million-guaranteed/

 

[OmerV]

We do know that there has been some offerings by the Cowboys . That were more than reasonable.


Watkins reports that the Cowboys met with Prescott's representation twice since the the NFL combine -- which ended March 2. Recently, they reportedly offered Prescott a contract which includes an average salary of $33 million with $105 million guaranteed. This contract would exceed Aaron Rodgers' deal in both total money and guaranteed money. Russell Wilson of the Seattle Seahawks most recently reset the market with his four-year, $140 million contract which included $107 million guaranteed -- $70 million that was guaranteed when pen hit paper.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...monster-contract-with-105-million-guaranteed/

It's still a "reported" offer, and lots of things get "reported". But even if this is accurate, how many years are they talking about? $33 million/year & $105 million guaranteed seems at least ballpark if it is a 4 year deal, but it has also been "reported" that the team is asking to be able to control Dak for 6 years, and if true, that changes the scenario.

 

[jaythecowboy]

We do know that there has been some offerings by the Cowboys . That were more than reasonable.


Watkins reports that the Cowboys met with Prescott's representation twice since the the NFL combine -- which ended March 2. Recently, they reportedly offered Prescott a contract which includes an average salary of $33 million with $105 million guaranteed. This contract would exceed Aaron Rodgers' deal in both total money and guaranteed money. Russell Wilson of the Seattle Seahawks most recently reset the market with his four-year, $140 million contract which included $107 million guaranteed -- $70 million that was guaranteed when pen hit paper.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...monster-contract-with-105-million-guaranteed/

If would be reasonable if the offer was for a four year extension, but not for a five year extension.

 

[Diehardblues]

It's still a "reported" offer, and lots of things get "reported". But even if this is accurate, how many years are they talking about? $33 million/year & $105 million guaranteed seems at least ballpark if it is a 4 year deal, but it has also been "reported" that the team is asking to be able to control Dak for 6 years, and if true, that changes the scenario.

The Cowboys have stated they have made offers. I think we can figure out how many years this is.

 

[OmerV]

If would be reasonable if the offer was for a four year extension, but not for a five year extension.

Agreed, although a point of clarification is that whatever signs will technically be a new contract and not be an extension.

 

[Diehardblues]

Cowboys’ Prescott Rejected Massive Deal in Hopes of Eclipsing Rival QB:

The prevailing narrative regarding Dak Prescott has been that he’s pining for a contract with an average annual value of $40 million, shattering the NFL’s current quarterback market.

A lesser-known, similarly-unconfirmed desire for Prescott, according to Clarence Hill of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, is to usurp Seattle signal-caller Russell Wilson, who’s taking home $35 million per season as part of his four-year, $140 million deal, inked in April 2019.


https://heavy.com/sports/2020/02/cowboys-dak-prescott-contract-offer-rejection-jones/

 

[MWH1967]

Dak has positioning here, but He should not be the only option. he's not good enough ...YET to demand it. If you got Cam newton and drafted Jalen Hurts. How would you sleep?

 

[Diehardblues]

If there’s any truth to these reports then it’s clear Dak is wanting to receive the highest contract in the NFL.

I say screw him. And apparently the Cowboys agree at this time.

 

[Batman1980]

That was exactly my response when Zeke wanted the same thing.

 

[jnday]

Then explain to me the 1-15 Cowboys team who beat the undefeated Commanders.

His point went way over your head. Never mind. If you haven’t got it by now, you are not going to.

 

[Rockport]

His point went way over your head. Never mind. If you haven’t got it by now, you are not going to.

Oh I got it and you can’t answer it so you shrink away.

 

[LACowboysFan1]

Every rookie QB is an untested.

True, but the risk is high with them, we already have a pretty good quarterback, if the rookie doesn't pan out at quarterback then you have a huge piece of your offense that's a failure, there's only one quarterback and he handles the ball nearly every play, if your cornerback or other player is a failure, you at least can adjust with the other cornerback, etc.

The 1976 Cowboys and the 1991 Cowboys were very good teams, but needed one key addition, in Dorsett and Haley, this team isn't in the same vein, quantity in this draft has a lot of value....

 

[OmerV]

The Cowboys have stated they have made offers. I think we can figure out how many years this is.

I didn't say they haven't made offers, I've simply said we don't know details.

The media has reported $105 million in guaranteed money, but it has also reported that the Cowboys want a longer contract than 4 years, and if that's the case, $105 million in guaranteed money would be low relative to other contracts. So, do we assume the $105 million is accurate and the 5-6 years is false, or do we assume the 5-6 years is accurate, and either the $105 million is false, or is lowball?

There have been a lot of varying reports the last few months, so, what is a fan to believe? For me, I'm going to accept the long proven reality that the media, while accurate at times, also frequently proves to not be accurate at times. I think it's clear they often print speculation because in the absence of known facts they have to find a way to draw interest to their product.

 

[mattjames2010]

No.

 

[G2]

If there’s any truth to these reports then it’s clear Dak is wanting to receive the highest contract in the NFL.

I say screw him. And apparently the Cowboys agree at this time.

It's only clear to some out of convenience. Some fans need to really grab hold of an idea so it fits, even though the contrary is true.

I mean look, do you honestly believe they are saying "Screw Prescott?"

 

[Diehardblues]

It's only clear to some out of convenience. Some fans need to really grab hold of an idea so it fits, even though the contrary is true.

I mean look, do you honestly believe are saying "Screw Prescott?"

Obviously you are taking my words literally. But I’d argue since they haven’t buckled in to offering close to what he’s apparently demanding ending up with the Franchise Tag, Id say yes. They are saying screw you and the contract you’re wanting at this time.

I could have worded it more nicely but it would have lost some of the impact and emotion I feel about it.

 

[G2]

Obviously you are taking my words literally. But I’d argue since they haven’t buckled in to offering close to what he’s apparently demanding ending up with the Franchise Tag, Id say yes. They are saying screw you and the contract you’re wanting at this time.

I could have worded it more nicely but it would have lost some of the impact and emotion I feel about it.

It's pretty simple, though some like to invent conspiracy for their own needed entertainment. They tagged him to extend the negotiation timeline. Fans have this strange false view of how the salary talks work. It's child like. As if Prescott is on one end of the phone and Jerry the other. It's the FO and Prescott's agent who are talking. And he's doing his job which is to get Prescott a multi-year salary. Dallas stated they wanted a longer duration. Pretty simple. They're working it out. You're also probably one who would suggest Prescott is selfish etc.....
Tags aren't all a negative.

 

[MWH1967]

Don't care anymore...At this point i'm good with signing Cam Newton and drafting Hurts.

 

[Diehardblues]

It's pretty simple, though some like to invent conspiracy for their own needed entertainment. They tagged him to extend the negotiation timeline. Fans have this strange false view of how the salary talks work. It's child like. As if Prescott is on one end of the phone and Jerry the other. It's the FO and Prescott's agent who are talking. And he's doing his job which is to get Prescott a multi-year salary. Dallas stated they wanted a longer duration. Pretty simple. They're working it out. You're also probably one who would suggest Prescott is selfish etc.....
Tags aren't all a negative.

You’re welcome to present the current standoff however you choose. This is how I choose.

Dak is welcome to pursue whatever he wants. Selfish isn’t my viewpoint. Over evaluation of his talent level would be if he thinks he deserves the highest paid contract. And I salute our front office for not ponying up like they usually do on some of these.