Dak, Daniel, Jimmy, Trask, Offseason I, Offseason II

Updates on the futures of Dak Prescott, Daniel Jones, and Jimmy Garoppolo  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Feb 02, 2023 [Sign up]( [Legit Football]( Together With: Stathead [Stathead](  Dak [Dak Prescott] Cowboys open to extending Dak Prescott Details: Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones told reporters on Wednesday that the organization is committed to Prescott long-term and open to [extending]( his contract. - Jones even indicated that he’d like to see Prescott in Dallas for the next ten years. Deserving? The Jones’ unwavering loyalty to Prescott is peculiar, considering his struggles in 2022. Struggles: Prescott tied for the league lead in interceptions — despite missing five regular season games. He also had a dreadful two-interception performance in the Cowboys’ Divisional Round loss to the 49ers. - In six seasons as the full-time starter, Prescott has only won two postseason games. - Injuries have been an issue in each of the last three seasons. Different Approach: A different (more logical) approach would be to let Prescott play out the 2023 season on his existing deal. If the struggles persist, the Cowboys can move on next offseason, as his contract contains no guaranteed money in 2024. More Cowboys News: - Todd Archer thinks impending free-agent TE Dalton Schultz (57-577-5) is [unlikely]( to return. - Jerry Jones indicated that he [remains]( interested in signing Odell Beckham Jr. Image: Nick Wosika/Icon Sportswire Daniel [Daniel Jones] The Giants won’t let Daniel Jones hit the open market Details: According to Paul Schwartz (New York Post), the Giants hope to sign Jones to a long-term deal [before]( the franchise tag deadline of March 7. - If Jones is not signed by then, the Giants will use the franchise tag to prevent him from hitting the open market. Expectations: Jordan Ranaan (ESPN) expects Jones to “get paid in excess of $30 million per season.” He [predicts]( the final deal could be for $152 million over four years, with $82 million guaranteed. Barkley: The Giants are also interested in locking up Saquon Barkley, though GM Joe Schoen does “not seem inclined to move much higher" than $12.5 million per season. - Barkley turned down a $12.5 million per season offer during the regular season. - The 25-year-old running back — who accounted for 1,650 yards and scored 10 touchdowns in 2022 — is believed to be seeking $16 million per season. Image: Ken Murray/Icon Sportswire Jimmy [Jimmy Garoppolo] Jimmy Garoppolo will not be returning to the 49ers Details: Kyle Shanahan told reporters on Wednesday that he “doesn’t see any scenario” in which Garoppolo [returns]( to the 49ers in 2023. - Garoppolo is scheduled to hit free agency in March. Impact in SF: With Garoppolo on his way out and potential free agent target Tom Brady retired, the 49ers will move forward with injured quarterbacks Brock Purdy and Trey Lance. - Purdy (torn UCL) won’t be fully cleared for at least six months (around training camp). - Lance (ankle) has a chance to be cleared for OTAs in May. Impact for JG: Garoppolo figures to have a somewhat robust free-agent market. The Raiders, Jets, Commanders, and Saints stand out as logical landing sports. More 49ers' News: - LT Trent Williams has not closed the door on retirement. - GM Josh Lynch is optimistic about a contract extension for DPOY favorite Nick Bosa. Image: Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire Trask [Kyle Trask] Kyle Trask is the Bucs' only QB under contract for 2023 Details: With Tom Brady retired and Blaine Gabbert scheduled to hit free agency, Trask is currently the only quarterback under contract for 2023. Profile: The Bucs selected Trask (out of Florida) in the second round of the 2021 draft. He did not play well in his first taste of regular season action — completing just 3-of-9 passes for 23 yards in a spot appearance against the Falcons last month. - Trask has also underwhelmed in the preseason. Limited Space: Greg Auman (FOX Sports) writes that the Bucs won’t have the cap space to pursue a big-name quarterback this offseason. Instead, they’ll likely opt for a [modest-priced]( veteran to compete with Trask. - Teddy Bridgewater, Jacoby Brissett, Taylor Heincke, and Andy Dalton fit the bill. - Younger but more unproven possibilities include Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold, Mason Rudolph, and Mike White. Rebuild? It’s unclear if Brady’s retirement (and the dire cap situation) will push Tampa into a full-on rebuilding scenario. In the case of a rebuild, talented veterans like Mike Evans and Devin White could become trading chips. Image: Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire Offseason I. [Jakobi Meyers] Offseason Buzz Part I: Jakobi Meyers, Tremaine Edmunds, Jamaal Williams, Kaleb McGary Meyers: Mike Reiss (ESPN) [writes]( that the Patriots are “expected to be motivated” to sign WR Jakobi Meyers to an extension. The 26-year-old caught 67 passes for 804 yards and 6 touchdowns across 14 games in 2022. Edmunds: Alaina Getzenberg (ESPN) writes that the Bills “appear more likely” to re-sign LB Tremaine Edmunds (79.0 PFF grade) than they do S Jordan Poyer (75.4 PFF grade). Williams: Colton Pouncey (The Athletic) thinks RB Jamaal Williams [returning]( to the Lions is a realistic possibility. - Williams was not overly efficient in 2022 — 4.1 yards per carry — but excelled in goalline situations (17 rushing touchdowns). McGary: Michael Rothstein (ESPN) thinks the Falcons are likely to prioritize the re-signing of LT Kaleb McGary — who broke out (86.6 PFF grade) in 2022. Image: Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire Offseason II. [Jessie Bates] Offseason Buzz Part II: Jessie Bates III, Robert Woods, Byron Jones, Cody Whitehair Bates: Ben Baby (ESPN) does [not]( expect the Bengals to retain S Jessie Bates III (76.8 PFF grade), as Cincinnati is likely to prioritize extensions for Joe Burrow and Tee Higgins. - The Bengals have an in-house replacement for Bates in 2022 first-rounder Dax Hill. Woods: Jim Wyatt (Titans.com) does [not]( see WR Robert Woods returning to the Titans “at his current price tag.” - Woods (53-527-2) has a $14.6 million cap hit in 2023. Jones: The Dolphins are expected to [part]( with CB Byron Jones, who missed the entire 2022 season with an Achilles injury. Whitehair: Adam Jahns (The Athletic) would [not]( be surprised if the Bears part with LG Cody Whitehair (69.5 PFF grade), who has no guaranteed money left in the $51 million extension he signed in 2019. Image: Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire More News - [Texans]( interviewed Patriots TEs coach Nick Caley for OC - [Commanders]( continue to show interest in 49ers RBs coach Anthony Lynn for OC - [Saints]( fired co-defensive coordinator Kris Richard - [Vikings]( hope to hire Ejiro Evero as DC - [Panthers]( hired Lions RBs coach Duce Staley - [Dolphins]( QB Tua Tagovailoa passed the concussion protocol Together with Stathead Question of the Day Who holds the record for single-game rushing yards in the Super Bowl? - Franco Harris - Timmy Smith - John Riggins - Marcus Allen Sign up for a monthly subscription and get your first month free, or use “[LEGIT20](” to save $20 off one year of Stathead Football. [See Answer]( Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up [here](. [Unsubscribe]( Copyright © 2022 Legit Football. All rights reserved. 710 Main Street South #572, Southbury CT 06488