A straight line from point A to point B isn't the quickest route to a contract extension; not in Dallas. Negotiations must go through the player's agent, and Cowboys brass found this out the hard way in talks with Micah Parsons. Team owner Jerry Jones acknowledged this fact but doesn't see it as a concern as long as it is done correctly. Either way, Dallas finds itself in a position to add more salary than anticipated, or consider trading one of their most valuable assets.
While contract negotiations may not be a concern for the Jones family, it appears as if agents around the league have devised plans to handle Dallas. Elsewhere, as front office gathered at league meetings, the Cowboys found themselves speaking about building their roster. The clues left behind have narrowed the potential draft selections enough to get a breakdown of what the Cowboys may do come selection time. Lastly, the waves of free agency have passed, yet Dallas says they aren't done adding players round out the latest news surrounding the team.
Jerry Jones, Micah Parsons have agreed on most contract details, still work to do :: The Mothership
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has spoken about his relationship with superstar pass rusher Micah Parsons, but even through all of their time together, crossing the finishing line must involve the players' agent, something that has yet to happen in their extension talks.
Parsons to Cowboys, Call my agent :: Jori Epstein
Multiple sources confirm to me that Micah Parsons asked Stephen & Jerry Jones to call his agent David Mulugheta to negotiate.
— Jori Epstein (@JoriEpstein) April 1, 2025
Sources confirm also that Joneses have not made that call.
Mulugheta has talked with Cowboys director of salary cap/player contracts Adam Prasifka.
Cowboys found no fat to trim as NFL teams shed epic $600 million of salary in 2025 :: Cowboys Wire
NFL teams shaved almost $600 million of salary in preparation for the 2025 season, but through their flaws, Dallas stayed mostly out of the process. The team's stance on outside free agents gives them a leg up on the situation with no fat to trim this offseason.
If Jerry Jones keeps screwing up, it might be time to consider trading Micah Parsons :: The Dallas Morning News
Cowboys defensive end Micah Parsons may have given team owner Jerry Jones hope with his pre-contract talk, yet somehow, the team continues to drag out extension negotiations with their star players, promoting some to begin trade speculation.
