The quarterback that the Dallas Cowboys finally hope to acquire will likely be named Dak Prescott’s successor.
The Cowboys are predicted to choose University of Washington Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the 24th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Mock Draft, which was put together by CBS Sports analysts Brady Quinn and Leger Douzable.
The two analysts alternated in selecting the same player in the first round of the mock draft.
Douzable, the Cowboys’ selection maker, predicts Penix will end up in Dallas as Prescott’s ultimate replacement.
Douzable notes, “This feels like Dak Prescott’s final season as the Cowboys starter, and while Penix isn’t a quarterback who needs a redshirt year, he’ll probably get one in 2024.”
“Despite being an older prospect, there remains potential because of his exceptional throwing ability. It might not be the worst idea for the Cowboys to take a shot at the most important position in this game right now.
The Reasons behind Michael Penix Jr.’s Ascent on Draft Boards Penix is moving swiftly up draft boards after guiding the Huskies to the National Championship game with 36 passing and three rushing touchdowns.
Penix might be the fourth quarterback selected in the 2024 NFL draft, despite the fact that he might not be regarded as one of the top three quarterbacks (Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, and Jayden Daniels are predicted to be selected in that order).
The 23-year-old quarterback made an impression at the NFL Combine, and his performance on Washington’s pro day further enhanced his reputation.
Penix showed off his impressive athleticism by recording a startling 40-yard sprint time of 4.53, in addition to a 10-foot, 5-inch broad leap and a 36 1/2-inch vertical jump.
Penix was almost ever touted as a possible first-round choice before his performances at the NFL Combine and pro day. Analysts now predict that Penix will be chosen before to the first round’s conclusion.
According to Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report, one unnamed coach thinks Penix has assured himself of a first-round pick.
“A freak show!” The coach texted NFL Insider Jordan Schultz, “Dude runs 4.5 and then jumps 37 inches.” “In person, arm strength is insane. locked in the opening frame. ‘Sleeper’ Cowboys to Select Quarterback in First Round The Cowboys are a “sleeper” to choose a quarterback in the first round, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
“If they lose Dak, what would they do as quarterback? That’s intriguing. And for that reason, I believe the Cowboys might be a sleeper club in the quarterback market come draft day, ESPN’s Adam Schefter stated on Tuesday, April 9’s NFL Live program.
“Because they may need to draft a quarterback at some point.” Higher than you might expect, as Dak is approaching the end of his contract and it could be appropriate to get someone on board to begin developing him.
It’s no secret that Prescott will be hitting his contract’s final year in 2024. Although Dallas is still willing to negotiate a contract extension at a later date, it doesn’t seem like it will happen anytime soon. Josina Anderson of CBS Sports reports that there is “no offer” or “imminent” conversations.
The Cowboys still intend to re-sign Prescott, though. “With regard to the #Cowboys and Dak Prescott, I’ve been informed that the organization is open to working out a deal with their three-time Pro Bowl quarterback.
possibility to close a deal for him this year, according to a source,” Anderson posted on March 27. “Despite some talk to the contrary, I’m told, the team is not currently planning to let Prescott go to free agency, even though there isn’t an offer or any upcoming talks.”
Even while the Cowboys may claim that they want Prescott to be a long-term member of the team, deeds speak louder than words. Prescott doesn’t have a long-term contract, so Dallas will need to start considering an insurance strategy in
if they are unable to sign their starting quarterback again. In that case, they could choose Penix before the first round is over in order for him to become the starter in the future.