Cowboys Notes: Demarcus Lawrence, Dak Prescott, Jaylon Smith, Tyrone Crawford

Demarcus Lawrence

Cowboys franchise DE Demarcus Lawrence mentioned that he isn’t concerned about his contract situation and knows he’s another productive year away from cashing in.

“It really doesn’t matter,” Lawrence said, via the Dallas Morning News. “If I do my thing, I put up my stats and I help my team win, they ain’t got no choice but to sign me. That’s how I feel.”

Dak Prescott

Regarding future contract negotiations, Cowboys QB Dak Prescott said he wants to play the best he can in 2018 and let the situation play itself out.

“I want to be the best I can. I want to be the best quarterback that the Cowboys ever had,” Prescott said, via the Dallas Morning News. “So when I go in each and every day, it’s just about being the best player I can be. All that stuff comes when you play the game well.” (Jon Machota)

Jaylon Smith

• Cowboys LB Jaylon Smith (knee) said he hasn’t worn the drop foot brace since he began offseason workouts, and there’s a good chance he won’t have to wear it this season. (Jon Machota)
• According to Smith, “I’m getting there. I’m going to be better than Notre Dame 100 percent.” (Jon Machota)

Tyrone Crawford

• Cowboys DE Tyrone Crawford said he has completely recovered from his shoulder injury and is ready to play: “My shoulder is feeling good. I don’t have any problems. Back up to strength. I’m ready to go.” (Jon Machota)