Jones added that the team is “very thrilled” about Prescott’s rehab but noted that the franchise quarterback will have “some limitations” throughout their offseason programs. Prescott suffered a season-ending hamstring injury in Week 9 and underwent surgery to correct the issue. He threw for 1,978-11-8 in the nine games he did appear in last season while completing just 64.7 percent of his passes — his lowest mark since 2017. Prescott and the Cowboys offense struggled mightily last season due in part to a running game that was non-existent for a large portion of the year. First-time head coach Brian Schottenheimer will hope that a new-look backfield can take some pressure off the passing game this upcoming season, but there’s still work to be done behind free-agent signees Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders. As far as Prescott being ready for the start of the season is concerned, it sounds as if he’s well on his way.

The move clears up $36.6 million in cap space. Dallas just did the same with CeeDee Lamb’s deal, freeing up another $20 million. For players still in their prime, these are standard moves to create cap space. Prescott remains under contract through the 2028 season. Even though Stephen and Jerry Jones have both sounded rather conservative when talking about the team’s plans in free agency, their newfound cap space gives them some room for a few key additions. Adding a true No. 2 receiver to the mix will be one of the team’s top priorities between free agency and the draft.

Prescott spoke to reporters at Dallas’ launch of a Girls Flag Football League, noting that he “wouldn’t say I’m running full speed yet ... but everything’s on the right track” for a return. It wouldn’t be surprising if Prescott was limited at OTAs and, perhaps, early in training camp. Fortunately for Dallas, Prescott should have most of Brian Schottenheimer’s system down pat after spending the last several years with Schottenheimer as his OC.

Prescott tore his hamstring in November and underwent surgery for it. When asked about his health, he said he is “doing a lot more, getting there 12 weeks or so out of surgery now.” The Cowboys have a new head coach in Brian Schottenheimer after a disappointing season saw Prescott play just eight games before his injury. Schottenheimer was the team’s offensive coordinator last season, so Prescott already has familiarity with him heading into 2025.