Report: Jason Witten weighing multiple offers, Cowboys working hard to keep him
By SDS Staff
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Dallas Cowboys (and former Tennessee Volunteers) TE Jason Witten is unsure of his next more, but he has multiple options.
Last week, ESPN insider Chris Mortensen reported that Witten was likely to retire and join the Monday Night Football broadcast team as a lead analyst; however, Mortensen brought different news to the table Sunday.
It appears the Cowboys are now working hard to keep Witten around for his sixteenth NFL season, but another broadcast opportunity has also entered the picture.
Jason Witten continues to contemplate his decision on retirement to join MNF broadcast team but a source says another network has made a last-minute "interesting" proposal that also is being considered. Announcement likely will be Wednesday. The @dallascowboys still hope he plays
— Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) April 29, 2018
Cowboys coach Jason Garrett is actively trying to persuade Witten to play a 16th season this year, a team source said. https://t.co/ZhkXSBR8IL
— Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) April 29, 2018
It’ll be interesting to see which direction Witten ultimately goes, but getting his body ready for another NFL season may seem quite daunting at this point, despite a potential match offer by the Cowboys. This isn’t a money decision for Witten.
Witten’s caught a total of 1,152 passes for 12,448 yards and 68 touchdowns during his 15-year career. His longevity, production and consistency have been second to none.
The 11-time Pro Bowl selection was originally drafted by the Cowboys in the third round of the 2003 NFL Draft out of Tennessee.
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