Rival Team Offers Dak Prescott $250 Million Contract
In a stunning development, the Los Angeles Rams have made a lucrative offer to Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, presenting him with a five-year contract worth $250 million. This potential move could shift the balance of power in the NFL, as Prescott is currently in the final year of his four-year, $160 million extension with the Cowboys.
### Contract Details
The proposed contract breaks down as follows:
– **Total Value:** $250 million
– **Duration:** 5 years
– **Average Annual Value (AAV):** $50 million
– **Guaranteed Money:** $150 million
– **Incentives:** Up to $10 million annually based on performance metrics such as passing yards, touchdowns, and playoff wins
– **No-Trade Clause:** Prescott cannot be traded without his consent
– **Opt-Out Clause:** Prescott can opt out of the contract after Year 3 if certain performance benchmarks are met
### Salary Breakdown
**Year 1:**
– Base Salary: $5 million
– Signing Bonus: $40 million (spread over 5 years for cap purposes)
– Total Cash: $45 million
– Cap Hit: $13 million
**Year 2:**
– Base Salary: $15 million
– Roster Bonus: $10 million
– Total Cash: $25 million
– Cap Hit: $23 million
**Year 3:**
– Base Salary: $25 million
– Roster Bonus: $10 million
– Total Cash: $35 million
– Cap Hit: $33 million
**Year 4:**
– Base Salary: $35 million
– Total Cash: $35 million
– Cap Hit: $43 million
**Year 5:**
– Base Salary: $45 million
– Total Cash: $45 million
– Cap Hit: $53 million
### Dak Prescott’s Position
Prescott has been vocal about not accepting a discount in his contract negotiations with the Cowboys. He aims to secure a deal that not only reflects his value but also sets a precedent for other quarterbacks in the league.
“I’m a guy that grew up with two older brothers. You understand what a brotherhood means, not only for just this team but the fraternity of the NFL and the players. The money is out there and the money can happen. It can be done. There’s ways to make everything work for both ways. That’s in that sense it’s always about pushing the envelope for the next man,” Prescott said on August 2.
### Troy Aikman’s Support
Cowboys legend Troy Aikman has backed Prescott amid these developments. Despite Prescott’s 2-5 playoff record, Aikman believes the quarterback’s overall performance is comparable to the league’s top players like Patrick Mahomes. He asserts that the organization’s broader issues in postseason play are not solely Prescott’s fault.
### What’s Next?
The ball is now in Prescott’s court as he weighs this monumental offer from the Rams against the potential of staying with the Cowboys. With new contracts for other quarterbacks like Trevor Lawrence, Tua Tagovailoa, and Jordan Love setting high benchmarks, Prescott’s decision will likely impact the future landscape of NFL quarterback salaries. The NFL world waits with bated breath to see where one of its premier talents will land.
