Cowboys News: Odds on where Prescott plays in 2021, Zeke wants respect

Dak Prescott’s failed contract extension. Ezekiel Elliott wants to be respected because stats don’t lie.

With all eyes on the failed extension for Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, some now shift their focus to the start of NFL training camp in just a matter of weeks, not months. There is some glaring concerns within the NFLPA that will need to be addressed before any of these teams report. JJ Watt extended himself to be the representative to speak out.

While recovering from his own positive case of Covid-19, Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has been very vocal on social media. Whether it be his streaming his video games or firing back at some reporters for not respecting his first four years in the league. Elliott claims the statistics speak for themselves. Also, Trevon Diggs posing in some new swag and Aldon Smith returning to form with more off-season workouts. All this and more in today’s news.

Report: NFL proposal allows for opt outs by August 1 :: Pro Football Talk

In a quest to have some semblance of a safety protocol in place, Houston Texans star J.J. Watt gave a public update on the player’s difficulty getting assurances from the league on what they will do to protect people.

Dak Prescott: ‘I’m a Cowboy and couldn’t be happier’ after QB, Dallas fail to reach long-term contract :: USA Today

Despite not reaching a long term contract extension, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott spoke to USA Today’s Jori Epstein and feels very optimistic about the 2020 season. “”I look forward to working along Coach McCarthy, the staff, and my teammates to be the best team we can be in pursuit to our goal of a Super Bowl.”

Hot Fire Takeaways: Fallout from no Dak deal include possible trade up for 2021 draft QB :: The CowboysWire

The CowboysWire’s very own K.D. Drummond fires off some possible scenarios going forward after the Dallas Cowboys were unable to lock up their franchise quarterback long term. Be sure to watch the insightful video as well.

Cowboys’ Ezekiel Elliott Tweets About Critics: ‘Put Some RESPECT on My Name’ :: Bleacher Report

Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has had enough with some of the critics on social media. Elliott tells the members of the media who have ranked him behind other running backs in the league to check the stats and according to Elliot, stats don’t lie.

Agent’s Take: What’s next for Dak Prescott and Cowboys, implications of 2021 franchise tag and more to know :: CBS Sports

There are a lot of uncertainties with the lack of a new contract extension for quarterback Dak Prescott. CBS Sports breaks down plenty of “frequently asked questions”.

Cash Flows: 1 Legit Reason Why Not Signing Dak Prescott Makes Sense :: Inside The Star

There are plenty of takes on Dak Prescott not signing long term but many stories are looking at it as a negative. Inside The Star breaks down one reason that can be debated as to why it didn’t happen.

NFLPA Reveals 72 Players Were Diagnosed with COVID-19 as of July 10 :: Bleacher Report

With training camp just weeks away from opening, 72 players tested positive for the Coronavirus. A low percentage in comparison to the rest of the NFL, however, steps need to be taken by the league to proceed as scheduled.

 

Aldon Smith Works On His Hands In Training Video :: Inside The Star

It’s not all about size and speed when rushing off the edge. New defensive end Aldon Smith is working on his hand speed just a few weeks away from the opening of the Dallas Cowboys training camp.

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