BEST DEAL: Cowboys announces the signing of a 39-TD QB to Replace Dak Prescott

The Dallas Cowboys could soon ready to sign a quarterback to replace Dak Prescott.

According to CBS Sports’ 2024 NFL Mock Draft, in which experts Brady Quinn and Leger Douzable alternate picks in the first round, the Cowboys are projected to choose University of Washington Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the 24th overall pick.

Douzable, who made the Cowboys’ decision, believes Penix will eventually replace Prescott.

The Dallas Cowboys could soon ready to sign a quarterback to replace Dak Prescott.

Douzable, who made the Cowboys’ decision, believes Penix will eventually replace Prescott.

Why Michael Penix Jr. is Rising up Draft Boards

Penix, who led the Huskies to the National Championship with 36 passing and three rushing touchdowns, is swiftly soaring up draft boards. While he may not be regarded a first-tier quarterback (Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, and Jayden Daniels are predicted to be the top three picks), Penix could be the fourth quarterback selected in the 2024 NFL draft.

The 23-year-old quarterback excelled at the NFL Combine and continued to boost his value with his performance at Washington’s pro day. Penix’s athleticism was impressive, as seen by a stunning 4.53 40-yard sprint time, 36 1/2-inch vertical jump, and 10-foot, 5-inch broad jump.

Prior to his accomplishments at the NFL Combine and Pro Day, Penix was rarely touted as a possible first-round pick. Analysts now expect Penix to be selected before the first round concludes. According to Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report, one anonymous coach predicts Penix will be drafted in the first round.

“Freak show! Dude runs 4.5 and then jumps 37 inches,” the coach texted NFL insider Jordan Schultz. “Arm strength is crazy in person. Locked in 1st rounder.”

Cowboys Considered ‘Sleeper’ to Draft Quarterback in First Round

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Cowboys are a “sleeper” to select a quarterback in the first round.

“What are they going to do at quarterback if they lose Dak? That’s interesting. And that’s why I think the Cowboys might be a sleeper team in the quarterback market during the draft,” ESPN’s Adam Schefter said during an episode of NFL Live on Tuesday, April 9. “Because at some point in time, they might have to draft a quarterback. Higher than you think, because Dak is going into the last year of the contract, and it might be time to get someone in there to start grooming him.”

It’s no secret that Prescott is entering the final year of his contract in 2024. While Dallas remains open to getting a contract extension done at some point, it doesn’t appear anything is imminent. According to CBS Sports’ Josina Anderson, there’s “no offer” or “imminent” talks. However, the plan is still for the Cowboys to re-sign Prescott.