Dak Prescott Contract: Jerry Jones Might Be Jeopardizing Cowboys’ Future in Hopes of 2025 Super Bowl. Here’s How

It seems rebuilding isn’t an option anymore! Following the early exit in the 2023 NFL playoffs, the Dallas Cowboys are shrouded in disappointment. It was assumed that the franchise would not be moving forward with Mike McCarthy. However, nothing is truly off of the table for the team.

As the team now is heading toward their 2024 NFL draft and contract restructuring, Jerry Jones’ franchise is in the financial and decision pickle, especially in Dak Prescott’s contract. Since the team is finding themselves in the negative cap space, many are speculating that Jones’ decisions might be jeopardizing the Cowboys’ future. Here are some reasons speculated by many.

“We will be going all in”: Jerry Jones’ strategy might fire back

Earlier, Jerry Jones wished to build a team that was beneficial in the long run. However, a playoff loss this season against the Packers has probably prompted him to reconsider his team’s future. He wants to win the Super Bowl, ending the 58-year-old drought at any cost. To achieve so, Jones is planning to make some big decisions that, according to many NFL analysts, might be the path of potential disaster in the long run.

Despite facing financial challenges with a negative cap space of $16 million, Jones is willing to set a new record for Dak Prescott’s contract. As per Bleacher Reports’ analyst, Jordan Schultz, QB might demand $60 million per year, and renegotiating his contract this year is necessary, if they avoid trading players like Micah Parsons and CeeDee Lamb.

Furthermore, as Jones clearly stated, “We will be going all-in,” so, the team is aiming to secure success in the short term by retaining current star players under coach Mike McCarthy once again, in his final year of the contract which he signed in 2020. This has led to frustrations from the fans who are speculating that the same staff and core set of players would help them improve. Many NFL fans feel that this seems to be a “big mistake”. Therefore, this approach indicates a lack of emphasis on long-term planning and building a team for sustained success.

Spending more money in free agency, making bold trades during the draft, or focusing on specific positions to address immediate weaknesses and strengthen the team for the short term, might help get success soon, but again, it has the probability of running the future of the Cowboys.

Things the Cowboys should look for in the 2024 season!

The Cowboys are entering a crucial period with several key decisions to make for the 2024 season. There’s a focus on addressing weaknesses and building a competitive spirit. Key areas include the running back position, offensive and defensive line, linebackers, and defensive backfields.

In RBs, with Tony Pollard and Rico Dowdle entering free agency, the team faces decisions on the future. The potential return of Pollard is uncertain, and the Cowboys might explore options like Saquon Barkley, Austin Ekeler, Josh Jacobs, or Derrick Henry in the market. In the OL, the team has the chance to bring back Tyron Smith, a reliable left tackle, and evaluate other positions. Decisions on players like Chuma Edoga, Tyler Biadasz, and Brock Hoffman could shape the offensive line’s composition.

Under the defensive line, the Cowboys need to decide on retaining key players and potentially target free agents like Sam Williams, Chauncey Golston, and Viliami Fehoko Jr. to strengthen the defensive tackle position. On the other hand, the linebacker position needs attention, with uncertainties around Leighton Vander Esch’s return from injury.

Read more: Jerry Jones Reveals The Truth About $160M Dak Prescott’s Future

Options in free agency or the draft, possibly targeting players like Willie Gay, Jordyn Brooks, or Azeez Al-Shaair, could enhance this area. The Cowboys possess a strong defensive backfield, but decisions on Stephon Gilmore and Jourdan Lewis need to be made. Drafting and exploring cost-effective free agents can further solidify the cornerback depth.

All in all, the Cowboys’ strategy for the 2024 season involves a mix of addressing immediate needs, retaining key players, and making strategic moves to consider themselves as contenders. The offseason decisions will play a significant role in shaping the team’s way in the upcoming season.

WATCH THIS STORY: Deion Sanders’s son Shedeur pays a hefty price for ignoring Tom Brady’s advice to not own a Rolls Royce