**Dak Prescott’s Historic Deal Shocks NFL and Highlights Patrick Mahomes’ Contract as a Monumental Bargain**

In a move that sent shockwaves through the NFL, Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys have finalized a groundbreaking contract extension that redefines the quarterback market. Prescott’s new deal, which reportedly includes a staggering $240 million over four years, comes with a record-setting $231 million guaranteed and an unprecedented $80 million signing bonus. This new contract catapults Prescott to the forefront of the league’s highest-paid players, with an eye-popping average of $60 million per season.

This seismic shift in quarterback contracts throws into sharp relief just how remarkable Patrick Mahomes’ deal with the Kansas City Chiefs looks by comparison. As Prescott ascends to the top of the salary charts, the Chiefs are still reaping the benefits of Mahomes’ comparatively modest contract, which averages $45 million per year.

Here’s a snapshot of the current quarterback salary rankings, per OverTheCap.com:

1. Dak Prescott (Dallas Cowboys) – $60 million per year T-2. Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals) – $55 million per year T-2. Jordan Love (Green Bay Packers) – $55 million per year T-2. Trevor Lawrence (Jacksonville Jaguars) – $55 million per year
2. Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins) – $53.1 million per year
3. Jared Goff (Detroit Lions) – $53 million per year
4. Justin Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers) – $52.5 million per year
5. Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) – $52 million per year
6. Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles) – $51 million per year

7. Kyler Murray (Arizona Cardinals) – $46.1 million per year
8. Deshaun Watson (Cleveland Browns) – $46 million per year T-12. Kirk Cousins (Atlanta Falcons) – $45 million per year T-12. Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs) – $45 million per year

Despite his unparalleled skills and Super Bowl victories, Mahomes’ contract, signed when he was still making waves as a young star, now appears as a bargain in the face of recent market shifts. The Chiefs, while celebrating their strategic financial management, are likely preparing for future negotiations that will reflect Mahomes’ elite status.

As Prescott’s new deal reshapes the landscape, Mahomes’ current contract continues to stand out as one of the most favorable deals in the league, positioning the Chiefs to potentially capitalize on this financial advantage for years to come.