Cowboys/Dak contract impasse

[jwooten15]

Nice write up, OP. Appreciate the info!

 

[G2]

Taxes

 

[Jumbo075]

Bottom Line, if I were Dak's negotiator, and the Cowboys want a 7 year extension. I wouldn't take anything less than $238M - which is $34M per season. That keeps him below the reported amount of Russell Wilson, who has won a Super Bowl. Over 8 years, that is exactly $30M per season if you factor in Dak's 2019 salary of $2M.

Remember, Dak will get $34M next year if the Cowboys give him the Franchise Tag, and $40.8M in 2021 if they tag him two years in a row. That is a minimum of 74.8M. Add in his 2019 salary, and that is 76.825M over 3 years - an average of $25.6M per season. If the Cowboys are stupid enough to do that, they will be like the Commanders, who reset the top QB salary with Kirk Cousins, and they will have to come up with at least $41M per season from 2022-2026 to sign Dak after that. That is another $205M. That would be $281.825M over 8 years - an average of $35.23M per season. The Cowboys would also lose all Salary Cap flexibility.

For those arguing that the Cowboys should wait, and that Dak has no leverage, they are simply wrong. Dak can afford to wait this out, and it is in the Cowboys best interest to sign him now rather than wait.

 

[Setackin]

Yet they still haven't seen the mental toughness from Dak that raises his team to a higher level when things aren't going well.
I like Dak and think he is great, but his history shows that he plays behind the Cowboys system, not in front of it. If things go well, he's awesome. Bu th when tough times come, he hasn't shown the ability to lead.
They should sign him- he's earned a payday. But there are still doubts as to his ability when times are tough.

I think he showed exactly that in 2016 vs GB... down 18 against Aaron Rodgers in the 2nd quarter, rallied the offense and by the end of the 4th had it tied 31-31. A Barry Church pass interferences canceled a heath Int and allowed GB to get a looong FG...

 

[leeblair]

It's like you've been asleep the past 4 seasons. Nothing you say describes the Dak Prescott that QBs for the Dallas Cowboys. Or maybe you are just unable to discern what you are seeing. No one has the same observation that you just put on record. Own it, just down believe your own BS.

I HAVE watched the last 4 seasons. From being shielded by the best o-line in the NFL, to having Zeke to draw the attention of the defenses, Dak has steadily played well but not able to lead the Cowboys through the tough times.
Hence the losses each year that keep the Cowboys from being elite.
But at this point he should be the quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys. He's been there for 4 years and has not cost them games. He knows the system and protects the ball. He is a momentum driven player that plays well when the Cowboys have the momentum.
And Kellen Moore will keep his vision simple, so that he can excel.
But when times get tough- like against the Patriots, for example- will he have the mental toughness to stare down Belichick's defense and co tune to any well?

 

[Rayman70]

it will get done soon. We really don't know if theres an impasse or not. Its here say at this point.

 

[LandryFan]

For those arguing that the Cowboys should wait, and that Dak has no leverage, they are simply wrong. Dak can afford to wait this out, and it is in the Cowboys best interest to sign him now rather than wait.

This, I agree with. The only risk Dak has, in the case of waiting this out, is injury (which is always a real risk). That said, he has insurance to cover himself in that regard. Dak's betting on himself, as one with self-confidence should. As a fan I'd feel a lot better with a longer term deal, as I believe he's the real deal and will only cost a lot more down the road. Get 'er done, Jerr!

 

[MarcusRock]

if those rumors are true, im concerned with Dak still turning down this kind of money with him in a state where he has less tax, on team where he can get tons of endorsements,

People need to stop using this. No player (or agent) cares about this at all. That is, until after they get their money on the actual contract at hand. This is just fan hopes. There is no bargaining chip significance to this whatsoever except in the minds of fans who want to see players get less.

 

[Pantone282C]

Dak's team should laugh an offer like that off the table. Those three backloaded years ... that's a joke, right?

Probably the sticking point. Bet they want no more that 5 years at $150M with 90% guaranteed.

 

[blueblood70]

I HAVE watched the last 4 seasons. From being shielded by the best o-line in the NFL, to having Zeke to draw the attention of the defenses, Dak has steadily played well but not able to lead the Cowboys through the tough times.
Hence the losses each year that keep the Cowboys from being elite.
But at this point he should be the quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys. He's been there for 4 years and has not cost them games. He knows the system and protects the ball. He is a momentum driven player that plays well when the Cowboys have the momentum.
And Kellen Moore will keep his vision simple, so that he can excel.
But when times get tough- like against the Patriots, for example- will he have the mental toughness to stare down Belichick's defense and co tune to any well?

for one hes only played 3 seasons, not 4 this year has just begun and with a huge bang..

secondly the other guy you responded to is correct , Daks issue is NOT leadership, hes has full control of the huddle, his teammates respect and follow him, he has many times fought back in games like last years 2nd eagle game 4th qtr and OT, both Playoff game looses against GB hes played well but we lost for other reasons same as Romos issue, something always pops up usually with the defense that caused the losses..the defense failed us so many more times then Romo or Dak.. or player or play like Crayton or the dez catch/no catch, or the odd holder in setale with the greased ball etc Murray fumbling and baily missing Fgs in 2014.. seriously our QBs take a lot of blame that not typically on them..goes with the territory..

the rams game the entire team played poorly but Dak was not horrible or the sole reason we lost, his numbers were respectable..so big games big moments hes been solid..

the issue most of us have that like dak but holding back and not thinking he should get paid big say his consistency , his pocket presence, and his fumbles have been an issue..I want to see many more games like game 1 to show hes taking the NEXT step but saying he cant handle the pressure, you have not been watching closely..

Im not hater nor an apologist but Dak is not what you are trying to accuse him of...Im watching to see how he stays more calm in the pocket no matter how it squeeze's down and how hes looking deep first then check down vs dumping it off but rally as 3rd year player at QB hes playing well in those big moments you speak of..he now has more threats or options and he might finally be turning a corner..

 

[MarcusRock]

I think he showed exactly that in 2016 vs GB... down 18 against Aaron Rodgers in the 2nd quarter, rallied the offense and by the end of the 4th had it tied 31-31. A Barry Church pass interferences canceled a heath Int and allowed GB to get a looong FG...

It was actually Anthony Brown.

 

[Jumbo075]

If the Cowboys came to the table with this offer, I think Dak would sign it.

7 year, $237.975M contract extension, $110M guaranteed, $50M signing Bonus spread out over 2019 & 2020. Dak receives a $30M signing bonus this year, and a $20M Restructure Bonus in March of 2020. (This doesn't include the $2.025M already committed to Dak for 2019. The Cowboys would also guarantee his 2019 salary, making the total guaranteed amount $112M.

This averages to $33.996M per year over 7 years, which is what the Cowboys are going to have to pay to get Dak to sign a 7 year extension.

Salary Cap Impact
2019 - $2M salary + $6M signing bonus (2019) = $8M Salary Cap hit
2020 - $12M salary + $6M SB (2019) + $4M Restructure Bonus (2020) = $22M Salary Cap hit
2021 - $24M SAL + $6M SB(2019) + $4M RB(2020) = $34M Salary Cap hit
2022 - $24M SAL + $6M SB(2019) + $4M RB(2020) = $34M Salary Cap hit
**** All Guaranteed money paid by 2022 *****
2023 - $24M SAL + $6M SB(2019) + $4M RB(2020) = $34M Salary Cap hit
2024 - $32M SAL + $4M RB(2020) = $36M Salary Cap hit
2025 - $36M SAL = $36M Salary Cap hit
2026 - $36M SAL = $36M Salary Cap hit

Cash outlay by year for Cowboys - Actual money paid to Dak
2019 - $32M = $2M Salary + $30M signing Bonus
2020 - $32M = $12M Salary + $20M Restructure Option Bonus
2021 - $24M
2022 - $24M
2023 - $24M
2024 - $32M
2025 - $36M
2026 - $36M
Total - $240M over 8 years = $30M per season

Alernatively, they could pay him $20M per season from 2020-2022, making their salary cap an even $30M per season for him over those years.

 

[blueblood70]

People need to stop using this. No player (or agent) cares about this at all. That is, until after they get their money on the actual contract at hand. This is just fan hopes. There is no bargaining chip significance to this whatsoever except in the minds of fans who want to see players get less.

it does matter when you compare him say getting offers from other teams or comparing what the NET would be on his lower deal vs another player say in Cali.. he makes more because of that and the cost of living and yes even REAL blue collars or normal citizens take that into consideration with contract offers in varying states.. its part of their salary when you realize you pay less in taxes, less for your home/land, and in his case can get bonus in the form of endorsements..

im not saying he should take less but taking less is not making less when factor this in and realize if you also want to help bit now taking that contract backloaded so the Cowboys can keep signing his weapons around him, he will get that ripped up later and get anew deal..its the nature of the QB postion he can play until hes 35-40 and its why Brady and Brees has taken less now, overall in their careers they've made like 200million freakin dollars..

its not like this numbers posted 28plus and goes up over time is outside the norm nor chump change,, bet on himself and take a huge deal now for little less 3-4 years from now ask for a new deal IF you outperformed it..

I dont see the issue with that..i really dont care how much he make less more or otherwise but looking at that deal and what hes done 3years compared to his peers at QB and not cracking top 10 YET..how is that unfair?? jeez..

anywhoo

 

[JoeKing]

I HAVE watched the last 4 seasons. From being shielded by the best o-line in the NFL, to having Zeke to draw the attention of the defenses, Dak has steadily played well but not able to lead the Cowboys through the tough times.
Hence the losses each year that keep the Cowboys from being elite.
But at this point he should be the quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys. He's been there for 4 years and has not cost them games. He knows the system and protects the ball. He is a momentum driven player that plays well when the Cowboys have the momentum.
And Kellen Moore will keep his vision simple, so that he can excel.
But when times get tough- like against the Patriots, for example- will he have the mental toughness to stare down Belichick's defense and co tune to any well?

Did you not see the great playoff game he had against the Packers his rookie season. He had better numbers than the winning QB. I suppose you think he was the reason we lost, so never mind. Arguing with someone that fights back with there own set of facts made up in their own alternative reality is futile.

 

[Setackin]

It was actually Anthony Brown.

My bad, nvm Dak sucks.

 

[leeblair]

Did you not see the great playoff game he had against the Packers his rookie season. He had better numbers than the winning QB. I suppose you think he was the reason we lost, so never mind. Arguing with someone that fights back with there own set of facts made up in their own alternative reality is futile.

The "facts" are clear- the Cowboys have failed to excel under Dak to this point.

 

[MarcusRock]

7 year, $237.975M contract extension, $110M guaranteed

Why would he take that? Don't most QB contracts get the majority of the money guaranteed?

 

[J-man]

Who would have thought that Dak would become the NFL's first 200 million dollar man?!

 

[TheSkaven]

Dak's team should laugh an offer like that off the table. Those three backloaded years ... that's a joke, right?

Well, that's exactly what they did for everyone else, including Zeke. Smart move by the Cowboys. Dak, as you said, would not be smart to take it. Zeke took it because it was more important to have the image of being the highest paid running back than to actually see the money.

The Cowboys are structuring contracts such that there is guaranteed money in the first 3 or 4 years, lower salaries, then enormous salaries that the players will never see from years 5 to 7 that make the "average per year" seem higher and let the player brag about being highest paid.

Genius, I say.

 

[America's Cowboy]

Yet they still haven't seen the mental toughness from Dak that raises his team to a higher level when things aren't going well.
I like Dak and think he is great, but his history shows that he plays behind the Cowboys system, not in front of it. If things go well, he's awesome. Bu th when tough times come, he hasn't shown the ability to lead.
They should sign him- he's earned a payday. But there are still doubts as to his ability when times are tough.

What are you talking about? If anything, Dak has shown he absolutely leads this team, and he has shined when times are tough, especially during the 4th quarter & overtimes when slightly behind.