Dak Prescott Becomes Highest-Paid Player in NFL History with $240M Deal, $231M Guaranteed

Sep 8, 2024, 03:24 PM

The Dallas Cowboys and quarterback Dak Prescott have agreed to a four-year, $240 million contract extension, making Prescott the highest-paid player in NFL history. The deal includes $231 million in guaranteed money, surpassing the previous record held by Deshaun Watson. Prescott's new contract will average $60 million per year and will keep him with the Cowboys through the 2028 season. The agreement, which includes an $80 million signing bonus, was finalized just hours before the Cowboys' season opener. Prescott's agent, Todd France of Athletes First, negotiated the deal.