Dak Prescott was a steal in the 2016 NFL draft.

The former Mississippi State quarterback was selected in the fourth round by the Dallas Cowboys with the 135th overall pick. Prescott was the eighth quarterback off the board.

After four-time Pro Bowler Tony Romo suffered a back injury during the 2016 preseason, Prescott was thrust into the Cowboys' starting lineup. He responded by throwing 23 touchdowns against four interceptions and running for six more scores as a rookie.

Prescott led the Cowboys to a 13-3 record that season, earning a Pro Bowl selection and being named the AP Offensive Rookie of the Year.

Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones signed Prescott to two record contract extensions, including a four-year, $240 million deal in 2024 with $231 million guaranteed

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