'Digging Dak!' Eagles Legend Jason Kelce

In a surprising turn of events, Philadelphia Eagles legend Jason Kelce has expressed admiration for Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. The comments came during a recent episode of the New Heights podcast, which Kelce co-hosts with his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

The discussion centered around Prescott's recent contract renewal with the Cowboys, worth a staggering $240 million. This deal has made Prescott the highest-paid player in NFL history, a fact that has generated significant buzz in the football world. While discussing the Cowboys' 33-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns, Jason Kelce took the opportunity to congratulate Prescott on his extension.

"Can you have a better day?" Kelce asked rhetorically. "Signed a multi-hundred-million-dollar contract in the morning and then went out that afternoon and won your first game of the season... that's a day! That's a fun experience. Well done, Dak."

Jason Kelce acknowledged that his comments might not sit well with some Eagles fans, given the intense rivalry between Philadelphia and Dallas. However, his willingness to praise a key player from a rival team demonstrates a level of sportsmanship and respect that transcends team loyalties.

"I'm gonna upset some Eagles fans, but I like where Dak's at right now. You can see in his interviews how much more comfortable he is with being a leader in the NFL. The last two years, it just appears he's more confident on and off the field. I'm digging his entire vibe."

As Prescott enters this new phase of his career with a record-breaking contract, the biggest question for him is his performance in the playoffs. The Cowboys' recent moves, including re-signing wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, have solidified their expectations for the team to make a deep postseason run.

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While Prescott's regular-season success is undeniable, critics have pointed to his underwhelming playoff record. The pressure will be on for Prescott to justify his massive contract by leading the Cowboys to the NFC Championship Game and beyond.

The Eagles will be waiting to face the Cowboys all season, as all signs point to the NFC East rivals battling for the division crown. Time will tell if Jason Kelce’s words could serve as a reverse jinx, cursing Prescott to help the Eagles win.