I think the Wentz deal was a great deal for philly. He was playing at an MVP level. Yes, injury prone. But the last one was a fluke ACL tear as he dove into the end zone. I love Dak, but no way he deserves $10 million/year more than Wentz.
My big problem is that Dak, and Zeke and Amari apparently, want to set the market at the position. Whereas other players on teams like Philly seem to know their true worth
The Eagles front office has always been a cut above the rest. They aren't necessarily the best drafting team. We draft better, but those movers and shakers in the front office are in my opinion a cut above the rest, and a model other teams copy.
I don't have a problem with Dak asking for 40. Like I said at another time they'll negotiate and settle in the middle. Yes Wentz when healthy is better than Prescott, he's missed at least 1/2 a dozen games or more and a bunch of playoff games. You could be the best quarterback in the world if you're not on the field you can't help your team win.
Personally I think it's all smoke and mirrors, and a part of the negotiations. I wouldn't be shocked if Prescott cut a deal for under 30 million.
Leaks to the media are designed to sway public opinion. I'm guessing this leak came from the front office to turn public sediment against Prescott hoping the backlash will make his camp lower their asking number.