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He had a shot to win the job if Dak didn't show up.
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Dalton said this signing is the “next step” for his future as he sees the first nine years with the Bengals as only half of his career. He saw the Cowboys as an opportunity to further his career.
“I wanted to join a high-class organization, a team that’s ready to win. And be with Mike McCarthy, his history with quarterbacks. I think it gives me a chance to come to a new place, a chance to learn, to help Dak out in any way I can and be an asset to this team. I bring a lot of experience and could bring a lot to the table. I’m here to help this team win,” he said.
Another factor that appeared to play a part in Dalton’s decision was the fact that he’s from Texas and has a home in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. He also played college football at Texas Christian University (TCU).
He was asked about having a home in the area while the coronavirus pandemic is still going on and how that affected his decision to return to Texas.
“That was definitely a part of it. Obviously that wasn’t the only deciding factor. But for us to stay close to home, we already have a house here. Not have to move, not have to figure out the whole logistics of that transition, especially during a time like this where there’s a lot of unknown of what’s going to happen, when things are going to start up and stuff,” Dalton said.