As Dak Prescott approaches a potential contract year, the buzz around the NFL suggests the Dallas Cowboys quarterback might be eyeing opportunities beyond his current team. With his contract extension in limbo, Prescott has emerged as a potential hot commodity for the 2024 offseason, potentially shaking the quarterback market as a highly sought-after free agent.

ESPN’s Bill Barnwell has spotlighted a list of teams possibly in the quarterback hunt after the 2024 season, naming the Las Vegas Raiders, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Pittsburgh Steelers, Seattle Seahawks, and Tennessee Titans as franchises in need of a long-term quarterback solution. Additionally, Barnwell speculated that the Miami Dolphins could join the fray if they fail to finalize a long-term arrangement with Tua Tagovailoa and also considered the Carolina Panthers a tentative option should Bryce Young’s progress stall following his rookie campaign.

Further discussion by analysts, including Over The Cap’s Nick Korte, has honed in on likely destinations for Prescott, emphasizing the Seahawks, Steelers, Raiders, and Giants as top contenders. The Panthers, Titans, and Indianapolis Colts were also tossed into the speculative mix as franchises that might enter the Prescott sweepstakes.

Elite quarterbacks of Prescott’s caliber rarely become available, making him an attractive target for several teams. His stellar performance last season, culminating in a runner-up finish for MVP, included leading the Cowboys to a 12-win season for the third consecutive year, throwing for 4,516 yards and 36 touchdowns with a quarterback rating of 105.9. Among NFL quarterbacks, only Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen have posted higher touchdown totals over the last three seasons.

Despite some critical voices pointing to the Cowboys’ recent lack of deep playoff success, Prescott’s on-field achievements are undeniable. Given his potential availability, it’s difficult to envision Cowboys owner Jerry Jones allowing such a pivotal player to depart, especially considering Prescott’s capability to significantly bolster the quarterback position for various NFL teams.