The Facts: The Cowboys haven’t met with Prescott’s agent, Todd France, since September but there’s an expectation the two sides will meet during the NFL scouting combine this week. “We’ve been wanting to see how this labor agreement is going to go,” Cowboys executive VP Stephen Jones said. “Obviously makes a big difference on a contract this big, but obviously we’re optimistic and our goal is to get it done before you have to tag, the last day to tag.”
Diehards Line:That makes the current target date March 12. The first day NFL teams can place a franchise or transition tag on players is Tuesday. If the Cowboys place the exclusive tag on Prescott, the projected cost will be $33 million. If the Cowboys use the non-exclusive franchise tag on Prescott, it gives the quarterback a $27 million salary. It would also allow Prescott to test the free agent market. Jones said the Cowboys are committed to Prescott long-term. .... Stay tuned.