The Dallas Cowboys have confirmed their commitment to quarterback Trey Lance by picking up his $4.25 million roster bonus, signaling a clear intent to retain him for the 2024 season. This move comes amidst discussions about Lance's fit within the team, with Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressing high expectations for Lance, stating he has 'exceeded expectations as a person, as a worker.' Lance is set to compete with Cooper Rush for the backup quarterback position behind Dak Prescott. Additionally, Florida State running back Trey Benson has expressed interest in joining the Cowboys, noting the similarities between the Cowboys' scheme and Florida State's, suggesting a potential good fit.
Lance-a-Lot: Trey Lance will officially be locked in a head-to-head battle with the very capable Cooper Rush this summer for the right to be QB2 — the #Cowboys confirmed. Let the games begin. 🍿 ✍🏾 https://t.co/hqNb3ajfTH https://t.co/BSN9Xoi3X3
Trey Lance saw his 2024 option picked up by the #Cowboys, as expected (no surprise there), as the team continues to evaluate and develop him this summer. Will he now, officially, be in direct competition with Cooper Rush for the role of QB2 next season? "Yes." - Jerry Jones https://t.co/yjyH8h3THC
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones on Trey Lance https://t.co/Ig8hLBreC5
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said the “arrow is really up” on backup QB Trey Lance. “He’s exceeded expectations as a person, as a worker.” Lance to compete with Cooper Rush for No. 2 job behind Dak Prescott. “He’s very much what we had planned on, hoped when we gave the pick.” https://t.co/Ik80bcFqJZ
Trey Benson at the NFL Scouting Combine | 'Florida State is probably the best thing that ever happened to me' https://t.co/df57Ojw2aj
UPDATE: The Dallas #Cowboys are picking up QB Trey Lance’s $4.25 million roster bonus, per @calvinwatkins h/t: @jasrifootball | #NFL #49ers https://t.co/IgbsoSuspO
Florida State RB Trey Benson on his formal meeting with the Dallas Cowboys: “I feel like the Cowboys have the same scheme as Florida State, so I think that would be a good fit for me.” https://t.co/ivW8T0bFxR
🔬 from 01/31: Trey Lance being in a #Cowboys uniform in 2024 was never in doubt, fyi. See full writeup/link in original tweet. https://t.co/Le1ysO6m84 https://t.co/d77qm270PF