Anonymous NFL Executive had harsh words for Dak

[Diehardblues]

Fair enough. Nonetheless that’s become the going rate for highly functioning NFL quarterbacks. Other teams pay their QBs $50+ million and still intend to compete. Other teams end up having to make difficult decisions on who to keep and who they cannot afford. It’s no one player’s fault. Dak Prescott only had a hand in deciding his compensation. The other 52 players on the roster are none of his business. Since Jerry Jones is not going to give Dak the power to make prudent personnel decisions for the organization it isn’t fair he takes on the responsibility of compensation in general. The Cowboys can move on from Dak Prescott today if the spirit moves them. They haven’t done that. Proof Jerry Jones may be dumb, but he’s not stupid.

Well, no doubt our FO is our greatest weakness or handicap to overcome . The evermore reason we can’t afford to overpay our QB unless we believe he may be great enough to overcome.

 

[NumOneQB]

You hear this talk all the time about QBs that just can’t win the big one. Dak isnt the first and won’t be the last. Not sure why some people are acting like this “anonymous exec” just reinvented the wheel? As a matter of fact, I’d question this exec’s intelligence for talking as if he did reinvent the wheel with what was quoted in the article.

 

[DallasEast]

• A majority of U.S. adults (82%) say that there are times when it is acceptable for journalists to use anonymous sources, with 67% saying it is acceptable only in special cases – a view which echoes the standards of professional journalism

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I have always slotted into the 'only acceptable in special cases' category. There are very few instances when a sports related sport requires journalistic secrecy.

 

[FVSTONE]

https://thelandryhat.com/posts/anonymous-nfl-executive-qb-rankings-cowboys-dak-prescott-01j2xwb0z4gb

Anonymous NFL executive says quiet part out loud about Cowboys' Dak Prescott​

This Dak Prescott criticism hits very close to home.

By Jerry Trotta | 8:00 AM CDT​

"He always does well enough to be in the top 10 but never gets over the hump," said an NFC executive. "He makes all the throws. He's playing the position at a high level. But something's missing. There are a lot of factors in that, from the running game, playcalling, defense, and Dallas hasn't won in a long while. But certain guys are going to elevate their team late in the game, and Dak doesn't seem to do that."

This just in, the anonymous executive has been identified as Jerry Jones.......................................................

 

[DallasEast]

This just in, the anonymous executive has been identified as Jerry Jones.......................................................

https://cowboyszone.com/threads/anonymous-nfl-executive-had-harsh-words-for-dak.525466/post-13619892

 

[GINeric]

But how many players get to dictate the game in a way of the QB.....he touches the ball every offensive play, dictates the play and can even improvise. You cant hide behind other's failings when the QB has a blindspot in demanding situations. He's not held to the same scrutiny of level of responsibility. That's why he's paid to much, you cant (to use a chess analogy) deflect the pawn's failure, when the Queen gets taken.

Your post there, is the reason why I come across as anti-Dak, because you cant ignore his personal inability to step up . For the record (again), im not anti-Dak i'd sign him to a career ending contract......but he's got to accept that he needs a defense built to keep him within 3 pts if possible, which is difficult to do when he's getting $55m+.

I never felt you came across as anti-Dak. You spoke your opinion and I respect that.

We all know Dak isn't elite. But name me other quarterbacks who've became an All-Pro and MVP candidate without a functioning running game like Dak did.

Elite quarterbacks don't guarantee championships because it's still takes a great team and great coaching.

There's a reason why all elite quarterbacks don't win Superbowls.... and there's non-elite quarterbacks who HAVE won Superbowls. Yes the quarterback is a very key component of the offense, however you have to have a solid running game, which we didn't.... you have to have a defense who can stop the run, which we didn't, and yes, you have to have a quarterback who can remain consistent late in the season, which he didn't.

With that said, show me a Superbowl caliber team, and I'll guarantee you they are solid in the trenches on both sides of the ball. We didn't have that on either side of the ball.

Oh yeah.... let's not forget we led the league in penalties like 2 or 3 years straight. How many other teams can lead the league in penalties and have success?

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

That’s how it’s always been with the Cowboys. After they get paid their numbers decline.

Is it just cowboys?

 

[DandyDon1722]

I never felt you came across as anti-Dak. You spoke your opinion and I respect that.

We all know Dak isn't elite. But name me other quarterbacks who've became an All-Pro and MVP candidate without a functioning running game like Dak did.

Elite quarterbacks don't guarantee championships because it's still takes a great team and great coaching.

There's a reason why all elite quarterbacks don't win Superbowls.... and there's non-elite quarterbacks who HAVE won Superbowls. Yes the quarterback is a very key component of the offense, however you have to have a solid running game, which we didn't.... you have to have a defense who can stop the run, which we didn't, and yes, you have to have a quarterback who can remain consistent late in the season, which he didn't.

With that said, show me a Superbowl caliber team, and I'll guarantee you they are solid in the trenches on both sides of the ball. We didn't have that on either side of the ball.

Oh yeah.... let's not forget we led the league in penalties like 2 or 3 years straight. How many other teams can lead the league in penalties and have success?

I’m pretty sure Dak had both an elite running game and elite offensive line early in his career in Dallas.

Mahomnes doesn’t have an elite running game and Stafford didn’t have one when he got his.

However, I understand your point and it’s valid but by now it’s painfully clear you either have it or you don’t and Dak doesn’t. I believe it’s because there’s too much pressure now. Franchise failure is real and when it’s Cowboys franchise failure it’s overwhelming and mentally it’s just too much to overcome. I think it’s why both Stafford and Goff have thrived in different environments.

And not to be Dak specific but so far both Lamar and Josh don’t have it either so you either hang on and hope like the Cowboys or you keep churning like the 49ers. I’d rather churn and hope I hit rather than be in the playoff hell we’re in now.

I also think Dak would have a legitimate shot with a different team.

 

[Chuck 54]

There are playoff contenders and there are playoff contenders - a team that can't make it out of a WC game against a lower seed ain't it.

That’s a valid opinion, but my comment stands. There are plenty of fans who are very literal on the idea that if the QB doesnt get the team to a SB, he’s a failure and if the team can’t reach the SB we’d be better off losing most of our games for draft position.

 

[rnr_honeybadger]

That’s a valid opinion, but my comment stands. There are plenty of fans who are very literal on the idea that if the QB doesnt get the team to a SB, he’s a failure and if the team can’t reach the SB we’d be better off losing most of our games for draft position.

Well it's one thing to say that the idea of "if you are not first you're last" is more of a perfectionists take. But if you never win anything and expect a pat on the back for trying.....I mean what then is the objective of watching sports or rooting for a team?

 

[kskboys]

How did you get that from that post? Said nothing about losing.

Yes, you said they'd waste the money anyways, so no point in even trying.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Yes, you said they'd waste the money anyways, so no point in even trying.

No….that is not what I said. I said nothing about losing or any of that.

What I said was I’d rather spend 60 million on Dak then watch them give it to guys like Bland, Osa, etc. not sure what you read.

 

[Mk2_Cowboys]

Dak sucks so bad in post season.
He is literally statistically the worst to ever do it minimum 7 starts . Literally tied for lowest win percentage in post season in history .

 

[CowboyoWales]

I never felt you came across as anti-Dak. You spoke your opinion and I respect that.

We all know Dak isn't elite. But name me other quarterbacks who've became an All-Pro and MVP candidate without a functioning running game like Dak did.

First off, we/he had a functioning running game in the regular season, 14th in yards , then take into account the blow outs (both for and against, where we didnt need a running game).

Elite quarterbacks don't guarantee championships because it's still takes a great team and great coaching.

Agree, but also difficult building that 'great team' when your QB is getting such a high CAP%. Mahomes/Allen both losing the 'Great Team (members)' as their contracts increase. Alternatively, the cheap Hurts and Purdy allows more resources to the improved roster. Which is my whole point, on the alternative course to paying Dak elite money, for not necessarily elite production.

With that said, show me a Superbowl caliber team, and I'll guarantee you they are solid in the trenches on both sides of the ball. We didn't have that on either side of the ball.

Ok, but run defense hasnt killed us, it's just made the task for Dak more difficult as teams run down the clock. The examples being SF x2, the run defense (and penalties for that matter) may have made the 4th comeback more time specific.....but Dak had the chances.

Oh yeah.... let's not forget we led the league in penalties like 2 or 3 years straight. How many other teams can lead the league in penalties and have success?

So put this another way. If Dak gets his $55m+ on anything shorter than a 5 year deal (plus taking into effect the $40m Dead Cap) = CAP% around 20%. Now you've highlighted the issues within the roster, so paying that money. (CAP's for effect) WHAT ARE YOU WILLING TO FORGO and WHAT DO YOU THINK DAK SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR (to justify that Cap hit)?

 

[Diehardblues]

First off, we/he had a functioning running game in the regular season, 14th in yards , then take into account the blow outs (both for and against, where we didnt need a running game).

Agree, but also difficult building that 'great team' when your QB is getting such a high CAP%. Mahomes/Allen both losing the 'Great Team (members)' as their contracts increase. Alternatively, the cheap Hurts and Purdy allows more resources to the improved roster. Which is my whole point, on the alternative course to paying Dak elite money, for not necessarily elite production.


Ok, but run defense hasnt killed us, it's just made the task for Dak more difficult as teams run down the clock. The examples being SF x2, the run defense (and penalties for that matter) may have made the 4th comeback more time specific.....but Dak had the chances.


So put this another way. If Dak gets his $55m+ on anything shorter than a 5 year deal (plus taking into effect the $40m Dead Cap) = CAP% around 20%. Now you've highlighted the issues within the roster, so paying that money. (CAP's for effect) WHAT ARE YOU WILLING TO FORGO and WHAT DO YOU THINK DAK SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR (to justify that Cap hit)?

While I agree with much we must also take into account that paying Franchise QB’s market or close to market prices is unfortunately part of doing business in the NFL.

There’s basically 2 types of teams in the NFL. Ones looking for a Franchise QB and the rest trying to build around best they can. Of course the greater their Franchise QB’s are the easier it is to build around.

We have to take into account that while we don’t have one of the more Elite Franchise QB’s we also have weaknesses in our Front Office which struggle building a better team around him while meddling and undermining our coaching staff. Much more to overcome than most teams which makes our situation and decisions more complex.

Id argue even with a greater QB we’d be challenged with our leadership to build better teams. And we have to rely on our dysfunctional leadership to evaluate if this Franchise QB is enough to build around.

Once you make that decision you either have to be prepared to move on with your search for another Franchise QB which will most likely lower expectations for making the playoffs until you have found him or make the tougher Cap decisions for other talents you might not be able to retain if you stay with your Franchise QB at Market Price.

It can become what’s the worse case scenario. Basically having to start over with the unknown and all that comes with that or going with the known however frustrating that has been while knowing it’s enough to at least take you to the playoffs . And then hope you have built a better team around him and or he’s finally able to break thru with a better performance.

 

[DuncanIso]

Dak sucks so bad in post season.
He is literally statistically the worst to ever do it minimum 7 starts . Literally tied for lowest win percentage in post season in history .

Agree 100%

 

[Ken]

https://thelandryhat.com/posts/anonymous-nfl-executive-qb-rankings-cowboys-dak-prescott-01j2xwb0z4gb

Anonymous NFL executive says quiet part out loud about Cowboys' Dak Prescott​

This Dak Prescott criticism hits very close to home.

By Jerry Trotta | 8:00 AM CDT​

"He always does well enough to be in the top 10 but never gets over the hump," said an NFC executive. "He makes all the throws. He's playing the position at a high level. But something's missing. There are a lot of factors in that, from the running game, playcalling, defense, and Dallas hasn't won in a long while. But certain guys are going to elevate their team late in the game, and Dak doesn't seem to do that."

I don't see the "harsh words" here at all.

Nothing new here. Could have been said by @MountaineerCowboy

The fact that he said he "makes all the throws" and is playing the position at a "high level" is something the biggest detractors on here would never say, however.

Our defense blowing leads late or getting steamrolled in big games couldn't possibly be a factor...lol

 

[Ken]

Agree 100%

So you think "He" is the worst to ever do it because of a team stat?

lol

 

[CowboyoWales]

While I agree with much we must also take into account that paying Franchise QB’s market or close to market prices is unfortunately part of doing business in the NFL.

There’s basically 2 types of teams in the NFL. Ones looking for a Franchise QB and the rest trying to build around best they can. Of course the greater their Franchise QB’s are the easier it is to build around.

We have to take into account that while we don’t have one of the more Elite Franchise QB’s we also have weaknesses in our Front Office which struggle building a better team around him while meddling and undermining our coaching staff. Much more to overcome than most teams which makes our situation and decisions more complex.

Id argue even with a greater QB we’d be challenged with our leadership to build better teams. And we have to rely on our dysfunctional leadership to evaluate if this Franchise QB is enough to build around.

Once you make that decision you either have to be prepared to move on with your search for another Franchise QB which will most likely lower expectations for making the playoffs until you have found him or make the tougher Cap decisions for other talents you might not be able to retain if you stay with your Franchise QB at Market Price.

It can become what’s the worse case scenario. Basically having to start over with the unknown and all that comes with that or going with the known however frustrating that has been while knowing it’s enough to at least take you to the playoffs . And then hope you have built a better team around him and or he’s finally able to break thru with a better performance.

That wouldnt sound so questionable if our QB wasn't a 4th Rd pick, who's rookie season was seriously aided by a dominant O-Line, or that last year's SB QB was Mr Irrelevant.

Indeed, what's the definition of a Franchise QB, because the last three season performance's in the play-offs appear to indicate that Dak needs ALOT of help (to go with his elite CAP Hit), surely a Franchise QB can carry the team.

You say 'dysfunctional leadership', but they did draft Dak and pick up Romo.....so who knows.

 

[Diehardblues]

That wouldnt sound so questionable if our QB wasn't a 4th Rd pick, who's rookie season was seriously aided by a dominant O-Line, or that last year's SB QB was Mr Irrelevant.

Indeed, what's the definition of a Franchise QB, because the last three season performance's in the play-offs appear to indicate that Dak needs ALOT of help (to go with his elite CAP Hit), surely a Franchise QB can carry the team.

You say 'dysfunctional leadership', but they did draft Dak and pick up Romo.....so who knows.

I’d define a Franchise QB, which isn’t necessarily Elite, who receives a second contract.

Franchise QB’s aren’t always expected to carry a team. They are just enough to discontinue looking for another starting QB and why you offer them a second contract. The better the Franchise QB the easier it is to build around.

I’d argue if a Franchise QB is enough to lead you to divisional titles and playoffs it’s basically a QB you continue attempting to build around regardless the disappointment and frustration in playoffs.

The alternative to become a team looking for another Franchise QB however frustrated we are presents no immediate guarantees. I understand some fans are a SB of Bust type fans but from a business standpoint most teams are going to choose a consistent playoff caliber QB over the unknown.


And yes, dysfunctional leadership who lucked into Romo and Dak. Romo was an undrafted QB and Dak a 4th round pick who wasn’t necessarily drafted to be the heir apparent.

I’d argue they both fell into their lap. While they probably haven’t been good enough to lead the team to more success , which many Franchise QB’s who aren’t Elite without greater supporting cast , we’d probably have been more of a bottom feeder until we found our next Franchise QB.