- The Washington Times - Tuesday, April 14, 2020

If the Dallas Cowboys decide to host a virtual offseason program, there’s a good chance Dak Prescott won’t participate in it. 

Pro Football Talk reported Tuesday the quarterback plans to skip the workouts without a long-term deal in place. The Cowboys gave Prescott the franchise tag this offseason, keeping him under contract for at least one more year, but the 26-year-old has yet to sign it.

Prescott, too, has the option to skip the workouts as they are voluntary — and because he hasn’t signed his franchise tag.

The Cowboys and Prescott have until July 15 to negotiate a long-term deal. If they don’t reach an agreement by that date, Prescott can only play under the franchise tag (one-year, $26 million). 

On Monday, the NFL and the players union announced a deal to hold a virtual offseason program amid the coronavirus pandemic. 

• Matthew Paras can be reached at mparas@washingtontimes.com.

Copyright © 2024 The Washington Times, LLC. Click here for reprint permission.

Please read our comment policy before commenting.

Click to Read More and View Comments

Click to Hide