I guess that depends what folks consider too late.
Well, if we believe Stephens comments recently, it sounds like the contract for Dak is inevitable wether fans like it or not. Sooo..
Let’s assume he signs a 5 year contract structured similar to DLaws. Where as by 3 years of the contract, Dallas conceivably could let Dak go without much dead money accrued. (Or best case scenario, could trade Dak to a QB needy team).
Now let’s assume Dak “under performs”. And I use quotation marks bc his worst year statistically still wasn’t horrible (2017- 3,300+, 22td, 13ints, 86.6rating). But for debate purposes, let’s say he dosen’t improve on these stats as most would assume he should do this year. Then what?
If Dallas is just convinced that Dak isn’t the answer, then we could (move up if needed) draft a QB and hope the next guy pans out. Just as the Browns how easy drafting QB’s is
. At this point we would have a young QB studying the playbook waiting to take over within 2 years much like Romo, Brady, and Rodgers did for their respected teams. My point, it’s not the end of the world if Dak signs a contract.
On the flip side, Let’s assume Dak improves..Throws nearly 4K yards again, has 25 passing TDs/8 rushing TDs, lass than 10ints, with a 100 passer rating..all these things he nearly did last year. Leads the Cowboys to the playoffs for the 3rd time in 4 years., but can’t get past the divisional round. Are we screaming for Daks job or Garrett’s? Then what will people say or expect?
All I know is..last year, I seen a team that looked dismal and had no chance to make the playoffs. Then we added a WR that could make a difference and provide relief for the “loaded defensive boxes” we were seeing week after week. Even with the dreaded play calls of Scott Linehan, Dak not only lead his team to the Playoffs, we beat a surging Seahawks team. Then we lost to the Rams that most will contribute to our defense not able to stop the run.. not bc of Dak.
My point, it’s typical that people here want to trash Dak without much consideration of what he’s done, how he’s improving, and where Dallas would be without him. Thankfully, he was available after Romo went down/retired. I’m thankful that we have a guy that is willing to put it all on the line for his team. He may not be the proto pocket QB, but those are far, few, and between in today’s NFL and/or College. More and more we’re seeing QBs like Dak enter the league.. it’s a different era. If someone just can’t stand Daks play regardless of the playoff wins, respect of teammates, stats, etc.. well, I suggest to just hold on and see what he can do this year. As that’s all we as fans can do anyway. In the mean time, I will root for he’s continued improvements and successes.