Jerry Jones’ Cowboys are currently facing a complex financial situation. This forces them to analyze, time and again, the most effective alternatives to strengthen the team. One viable option could be restructuring Dak Prescott’s contract.
The biggest concern in this scenario is that the Dallas star suffered a hamstring injury that severely affected his performance in the 2024 season. So, is it worth restructuring his contract without any guarantees of a perfect performance in 2025?
Prescott’s performance in the 2024 season
Unfortunately, Dak Prescott did not perform as expected in 2024. His injury left him so unstable that his touchdown rate plummeted to 3.8%—the lowest of his career. Additionally, his PFF rating ranked 30th in the league, and his yards per completion dropped to 10.7. These numbers are far from encouraging for the Dallas Cowboys.
Despite this, his contract will reach a staggering $89.8 million cap hit in 2025. That’s why Jones and his team are exploring ways to restructure it. The most immediate solution would be to convert $42 million of his salary into a signing bonus. However, this would simply push the financial burden further into the future. Is that a viable move for the franchise?
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Other key factors for Dallas
Prescott is not the only concern for Jerry Jones. Micah Parsons is also expecting a massive contract, and that issue remains unresolved. If Dallas fails to offer him a satisfactory deal and he leaves the franchise, the impact would be enormous. This puts the team in a financially precarious position.
Given the current landscape, Jerry Jones will need top-tier wide receivers. Is Amari Cooper the best option? It seems Jones has not ruled him out. In fact, the Cowboys could set their sights on the current Buffalo Bills player and make a move to sign him.
Cooper already wore the Cowboys uniform from 2018 to 2021. During that period, the team reached two Pro Bowls. His stats make him an excellent candidate: 292 receptions for 3,839 yards and 27 touchdowns in 56 games.
Jones has yet to make a concrete decision, as any wrong move could be fatal for the team’s finances. For now, all eyes are on his next move as the 2025 NFL season approaches.
