On August 10, 2019, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott stood on the sidelines during a game against the San
Francisco 49ers. Recently, Prescott signed a historic deal with the Cowboys, making him the highest-paid player in NFL history. Despite the massive payout, Prescott seems more determined than ever to prove his worth to the team.
Prescott led the Cowboys to a decisive 33-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio, just hours after the contract announcement. The three-time Pro Bowler threw for 179 yards and one touchdown in a game that was more lopsided than the score suggested.
After the game, Prescott spoke about his goals under his new four-year deal. “It’s my only motivation,” he told ESPN’s Todd Archer. “I need to uphold my part of the bargain. That’s my goal. Tonight, it’s all about celebrating this win—a fantastic win with these guys—and enjoying the plane ride back home. But tomorrow, the focus shifts to the Saints, taking it one game at a time.”
Prescott emphasized that his focus isn’t on the money but on delivering a Super Bowl to Dallas. “That’s what’s driving me,” he added. “Not the contract. It’s about fulfilling my promise to this team. And I want to achieve that here.”
Since Prescott took over as the starting quarterback in 2016, the Cowboys have consistently been a force in the regular season, finishing 12-5 in each of the past three seasons. However, their playoff performance has been a different story. The team has not advanced past the Divisional Round in Prescott’s tenure, a trend that has plagued the Cowboys for decades.
Prescott’s message is clear: he’s not just looking to earn his new salary; he wants to change the Cowboys’ postseason fortunes and bring a Super Bowl championship back to Dallas. While the regular season has shown promise, Prescott is focused on taking the team further than they’ve gone in years, demonstrating his commitment to the team and its fans.
