The Dallas Cowboys consistently provide some of the most intriguing narratives in the NFL, but as we look ahead to 2024, it’s incredibly challenging to anticipate Jerry Jones and his team’s next moves.According to Jones, the plan remains steadfast: Dallas is fully committed to a “win now” approach for 2024, aiming to overcome their playoff struggles and clinch another Super Bowl victory.
This strategy seemed logical after the Cowboys’ disappointing playoff exit. They boasted a roster brimming with talent on both offense and defense, led by their star quarterback Dak Prescott, who was a frontrunner for the MVP title for much of the season and concluded 2023 with one of his most impressive statistical performances to date. Furthermore, the Cowboys had an undefeated record at home and entered the playoffs as the second seed.
However, as has become almost customary, Dallas faltered in the opening playoff round, succumbing to a youthful Green Bay Packers team that had barely made it into the postseason.
Following this defeat, there were speculations about whether Jerry Jones would instigate major changes, yet he opted to retain head coach Mike McCarthy for the 2024 season and reaffirmed Prescott as the team’s quarterback going forward. Despite widespread anticipation that the Cowboys would extend Prescott’s contract to create salary cap space and bolster the roster in free agency, Jones has not taken any action, allowing Prescott to play out the final year of his current contract.
The team has also experienced departures among its coaching staff, notably losing defensive coordinator Dan Quinn, who accepted the head coaching position with divisional rival Washington, taking several assistants with him.
Although there are rumors circulating about the Cowboys negotiating significant contract extensions for key players, including Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Micah Parsons, as of mid-April, no concrete steps have been taken to secure their futures. Additionally, Lamb appears to be holding out for a new contract until his demands are met.
