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NFL Insider throws all the cold water on Dak Prescott extension with Cowboys

After rumors circulated that the Dallas Cowboys and Dak Prescott could be nearing a deal, Ian Rapoport came forward with a different take.

Randy Gurzi

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During the day on Wednesday, there were a couple of interesting and promising updates regarding Dak Prescott. First, an unexpected source hinted a contract extension with the Dallas Cowboys could be close. Then, there were rumors that Jerry Jones could be holding off on the news until Thursday or Friday, to steal the opening week spotlight.

Now, those theories have been doused with cold water by NFL Insider Ian Rapoport.

While speaking on NFL Network, Rapoport said that the two sides "are not close" to a deal. He added that if an agreement isn't in place by Saturday, he believes there's a chance one doesn't get done at all.

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Rapoport then said that if Prescott hits the open market next offseason, it's highly probable he doesn't return to Dallas. Whether or not he leaves, Prescott is expected to become the highest-paid player in the NFL once he signs a new deal.

The Cowboys have been hesitant to make that happen but there's no doubt Prescott will be able to name his price on the open market should a bidding war begin.

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