The Dallas Cowboys are one of the most iconic franchises in the NFL, but their championship dreams have been stuck in neutral for nearly three decades. Despite boasting star-studded rosters over the years, the team has repeatedly fallen short when it matters most. While Dak Prescott remains the face of the franchise, a lingering question looms, can he lead them to the promised land? With an unexpected twist in the upcoming draft, could the Cowboys be on the verge of making a seismic change at quarterback?
Shedeur Sanders NFL draft rumors: Could Cowboys make a bold move?
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Prescott’s contract, worth $240 million, runs through 2028, but his postseason struggles have left many questioning whether he can take the team to the next level. Enter Shedeur Sanders, one of the most intriguing quarterback prospects in the 2024 draft class. While
Sanders is projected to be a top-five pick, the unpredictable nature of the draft means there’s always room for surprises. If Sanders somehow slides down the board and lands within reach of the Cowboys’ first-round pick, should they take the leap?
According to USA Today’s KD Drummond, such a move could set off a dramatic chain reaction. He speculates that the Cowboys could ride out Prescott’s tenure for another year or two before making a blockbuster shift, potentially trading
Prescott and bringing in none other than Deion Sanders as head coach. A scenario like that would send shockwaves through the NFL and usher in a new era in Dallas.
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The idea of replacing a quarterback shortly after signing him to a lucrative extension isn’t unheard of. The Green Bay Packers extended Aaron Rodgers, only to ship him off to the New York Jets a season later. If Dallas feels Prescott has reached his ceiling, they might view Sanders as the perfect successor. After all, Shedeur Sanders has been coached by his Hall of Fame father at Colorado, and the Cowboys have long-standing ties to Deion Sanders.
However, banking on Sanders falling to No. 12 is a long shot. If the New York Giants pass on him, the possibility of him slipping further increases but it’s still a gamble. The Cowboys would need to weigh their options carefully, especially with other pressing roster needs.
If Dallas truly believes Shedeur Sanders is a generational talent, they may need to consider making a bold move. Whether it’s waiting for him to fall or trading up to secure their future quarterback, the Cowboys have an opportunity to reshape their franchise in a way few saw coming. The question is: Will they take it?