Barring any unexpected developments, the Dallas Cowboys are expected to stick with Dak Prescott as their quarterback for the 2024 season. However, they are likely to bring in another quarterback to the team, regardless of Prescott’s status.
According to Patrik Walker on DallasCowboys.com, the situation remains open for discussion. Walker explores various pending free agents, including Ryan Tannehill, Jacoby Brissett, and Gardner Minshew II. However, he swiftly dismisses the idea of acquiring Jameis Winston, expressing a clear lack of interest.
Winston had limited involvement in the NFL during the 2023 season, making 7 appearances but not starting any games. His performance included 25 completed passes out of 47 attempts, totaling 264 yards, 2 touchdowns, and three interceptions.
Compared to other potential options like Minshew, Winston is considered a less desirable choice. However, the focus of the article is not solely on potential additions but also on the existing quarterback options within the Cowboys roster.
Both Trey Lance and Cooper Rush are under contract for another year, although their combined salary cap hit is significant. The Cowboys aim to reduce this expenditure due to tight financial constraints.
From the Cowboys’ perspective, Lance and Rush offer contrasting profiles. Rush has demonstrated his ability to win NFL games despite having a limited ceiling, whereas Lance is viewed as a promising prospect but has yet to prove himself consistently.
Lance has only started four games, split between his time with the Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers, and his performance statistics are not particularly impressive. Rush, on the other hand, had a successful five-game stretch in 2022, albeit with similarly modest stats.
Despite Rush’s lower salary cap hit, Lance’s contract includes a significant guaranteed amount. While Dallas may choose not to retain Lance, it won’t be purely for financial reasons.
In a separate development, Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb addressed the situation between himself and quarterback Dak Prescott. Lamb clarified that despite his mother’s comments following Dallas’ Wild Card loss, there is no animosity between him and Prescott. Lamb expressed his belief in Prescott’s leadership abilities and emphasized his own role in supporting him.
In the 2023 season, Lamb and Prescott enjoyed a productive partnership, with Prescott targeting Lamb frequently, resulting in impressive yardage and touchdown numbers.
