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Dak Prescott, the Dallas Cowboys' star quarterback, has been turning heads on and off the field, and his latest contract is no exception. Signed in September 2024, the four-year, $240 million extension made him the NFL's highest-paid player at $60 million per year. But there's a sneaky detail tucked into this blockbuster deal that's got fans and analysts buzzing-and it's a game-changer that could keep Prescott in Dallas for years to come.
The big reveal comes from Prescott's agent, Todd , who spilled the beans on the Athletes First Network YouTube channel. Alongside the jaw-dropping $231 million in guaranteed money and an $80 million g bonus, there's a clever clause that's pure genius. "We made sure his tag days were over," said, explaining how they structured the deal to make a third franchise tag financially crippling for the Cowboys.
After playing under the tag in 2020 and 2021-raking in over $31 million and $37 million respectively-Prescott's team ensured that any future tag would cost Dallas a fortune, pushing the Cowboys to commit to multi-year extensions instead. It's a slick move that keeps the cash flowing Dak's way.
This isn't just about money-it's about control. The contract also includes a no-trade clause and a no-franchise-tag provision, giving Prescott serious leverage. "Dak had a good argument: If he went to free agency, there's no telling what that number would've ended up," Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones told 105.3 The Fan.
Unveiling Dak's Cowboys contract
Had Prescott hit the open market in 2025, he could've shattered even this record, especially at 31 with a career-best 2023 season (36 TDs, 4,516 yards) under his belt. The sneaky detail locks him in while keeping the door cracked for future negotiations.
Prescott's journey to this point wasn't smooth. A gruesome ankle injury in 2020 sidelined him, and 2024 brought a hamstring surgery that cut his season short. Yet, he's bounced back every time, and this contract reflects that grit.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is all in, saying, "There's a lot of me that thinks Dak is our quarterback for the rest of my time." The restructuring in March 2025, converting $45.75 million of salary into a bonus, freed up $36.6 million in cap space-proof Dallas is playing the long game with their QB.
This hidden gem in Prescott's deal isn't just a win for him-it's a blueprint for how NFL stars can secure their futures. For now, Dak's laughing all the way to the bank, and Cowboys fans are dreaming of playoff glory.