Cowboys, Parsons Talks Ongoing Amid Holdout Speculation

The Dallas Cowboys and linebacker Micah Parsons are continuing contract extension negotiations, with no set timeline for a deal. Parsons is entering the final year of his rookie contract, which includes a $24 million fifth-year option, and is expected to seek a record-breaking salary of $40–$45 million annually that would make him the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history. Cowboys executive Stephen Jones described the talks as ongoing and unpredictable, but both sides have expressed a strong desire for a long-term partnership. The Cowboys have a track record of late extensions with star players like Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb. There is speculation that Parsons could hold out if an agreement is not reached by training camp. The main uncertainty now is the final contract value, which could reshape the market for elite defenders.