Dak Prescott faces an uncertain future with the Dallas Cowboys, so adding an experienced quarterback could have made the front office more appealing. Heading into free agency, Patrick Walker of DallasCowboys.com suggested former Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill as a possible option.
The former Pro Bowler remains a free agent, and given the recent news regarding Prescott, it’s worth reconsidering that idea. Here’s what Walker had to say about Tannehill in a Feb. 13, 2024 article titled “Open Market: Interesting Free Agent QB for Cowboys.”
“At first glance I felt this might be a bit difficult, but then I consider the fact that Tynehill will be 36 next season and believe his time as a starter is over,” Walker wrote. . “But that doesn’t mean he can’t be a valuable replacement, which is why I put him at the top of this list. “Tannehill is worth considering as a potential upgrade for the rush as well as insurance if Lance doesn’t progress as the Cowboys progress through their QB development program.” Maybe.”. The fact that I’m concerned at all means there might be something to consider. ”
Quarterback Ryan Tannehill Has 151 Career NFL Starts
Tannehill brings an impressive resume to Dallas as a former Pro Bowler who played in 151 career games. The veteran remains without a home in free agency after signing a four-year, $118 million contract with the Titans.
Spotrac estimates that on his reasonable one-year contract, Tannehill’s market value would exceed his $4.9 million. Tannehill’s best season statistically was 2020, when the quarterback threw for 3,819 yards, 33 touchdowns, seven interceptions, and completed 65.5% of his passes. The veteran added 266 rushing yards and 7 TDs on the ground in 2020.
Cowboys Rumors: Could Dallas Sign Another QB & Trade Cooper Rush?
Dallas already has three quarterbacks on the roster: Prescott, Trey Lance and Cooper Rush. The addition of Tannehill (or another quarterback) will likely end Big D’s rushing era.
Rush had several suitors during free agency in 2023 before re-signing with the Cowboys. Could Dallas get a late pick by trading Rush? If Prescott leaves, Tannehill may not be an ideal solution in 2025, but it would give the Cowboys some insurance in case the worst-case scenario happens to the team’s star quarterback. .
Cowboys News: Dallas Does Not Intend for Dak Prescott to Hit Free Agency, Says Insider
All eyes are on Prescott as both sides prepare to play the final season of the quarterback’s current contract. This would allow Prescott to become a free agent in 2025, but CBS Sports’ Josina Anderson reported that the Cowboys have no intention of doing so. She said, “As far as the Cowboys and Dak Prescott are concerned, she’s heard that the team does indeed intend to negotiate a contract with the three-time Pro Bowl quarterback, and that this year’s contract possibilities have not been exhausted yet.” said Anderson. This is detailed in his March 27th message at X.
“While there are no offers or imminent discussions at this time, we have heard that the team has no plans to release Prescott in free agency at this time, despite rumors to the contrary. Prescott’s contract with the Cowboys His entire history, from his rookie contract to the tag to contract extensions to realignment, are all macro indicators of the end goal.”
