Cowboys nears contract talks with Micah Parsons

The Dallas Cowboys are facing a critical decision regarding a contract extension for star pass rusher Micah Parsons, who is entering the final year of his rookie contract. While team officials have expressed strong interest in securing Parsons, expected to be one of the highest-paid non-quarterbacks in the NFL, they are currently projected to be over the salary cap for 2025, complicating negotiations. With the offseason approaching, there are concerns that delaying Parsons' extension could lead to further financial challenges, as seen in past contract negotiations with players like CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott. Experts emphasize that the Cowboys need to act quickly to avoid escalating costs driven by the market. Additionally, a potential cut of offensive tackle Terence Steele may be necessary to free up cap space for Parsons. The urgency to finalize Parsons' extension is heightened by his impressive performance, which includes at least 12 sacks in each of his first four seasons, placing him among NFL legends.