Dak Prescott Signs Shocking $400 Million Contract With Unusual Clause: If Cowboys Miss Playoffs, He Can Burn Down AT&T Stadium for a Barbecue
In what may be the most astonishing contract clause in NFL history — and perhaps professional sports as a whole — Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has reportedly signed a staggering $400 million deal that includes a clause so unbelievable it has left fans, analysts, and firefighters across Texas speechless. According to multiple sources, the contract states that if the Cowboys fail to make the playoffs, Prescott is legally permitted to “burn down AT&T Stadium for a celebratory barbecue.”
Yes, you read that correctly.
The clause — buried deep within page 47 of the agreement under “Morale & Motivation Provisions” — outlines that Prescott may host a “team-wide barbecue event consisting of grilling, smoking, roasting, and controlled open flames within or upon the stadium structure.” In simpler terms, the star QB can turn the Cowboys’ iconic $1.3 billion stadium into the world’s largest cookout if the season collapses.
Jerry Jones, who personally negotiated the deal, defended the unusual addition during a hastily organized press conference.
“Look, we want Dak motivated,” Jones said, adjusting his diamond-studded tie. “If the threat of seeing our stadium go up in mesquite smoke keeps this team hungry, then so be it. Plus, Texas needs more barbecue spirit in football.”
When asked whether allowing his franchise quarterback to burn a major NFL facility was wise, Jones shrugged.
“Insurance will understand.”
Prescott himself appeared amused — and surprisingly enthusiastic — when addressing reporters after signing the deal.
“I love football, and I love barbecue,” he said with a grin. “If we don’t make the playoffs, I won’t be happy. But if I have to slow-cook some ribs at midfield as compensation… well, we’ll make it a memorable offseason.”
Sources within the Cowboys organization say that the clause originally began as a joke during negotiations, but Jones insisted on leaving it in, calling it “a motivational masterpiece.” Team lawyers reportedly tried to remove or soften it, but Jones overruled them, declaring, “If Dak wants to grill, Dak gets to grill.”
The NFL, however, is considerably less amused. Commissioner Roger Goodell released a statement reminding all teams that “arson, stadium destruction, and excessive tailgating inside domed facilities remain strictly prohibited.” League officials are currently reviewing whether the clause is enforceable, though one insider noted, “It’s the Cowboys, so anything is possible.”
Fellow Cowboys players reacted with a mixture of shock and excitement. Star linebacker Micah Parsons posted on social media:
“If we miss the playoffs, y’all better bring the sauce. Dak’s gonna turn the locker room into a smokehouse.”
Meanwhile, fans are divided. Some love the wild Texas energy, calling it “the most Cowboys thing ever,” while others worry the team has finally gone off the rails. One lifelong supporter said, “I want us in the playoffs, but also… I kinda want to see that barbecue.”
AT&T Stadium staff members, understandably, are the most nervous group in the building. An anonymous employee admitted, “We’ve begun labeling exits, just in case Dak brings a flamethrower. Or a smoker. Or both.”
Insurance agencies in Dallas have reportedly entered emergency meetings to discuss potential “QB-triggered catastrophic events,” a new category they’ve never had to consider.
Despite all the chaos, one thing is clear: the Cowboys have made a statement. Whether it’s a brilliant motivational tactic or a recipe for smoked disaster, Dak Prescott now has 400 million reasons — and one massive grill permit — to deliver victories.
As one fan perfectly summarized on social media:
“Playoffs or barbecue. Either way, it’s gonna be fire.”
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