Dallas Cowboys Owner Jones Holds Firm Amid Micah Parsons Contract Standoff

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones remains firm in his stance during ongoing contract negotiations with star linebacker Micah Parsons, despite Parsons' public trade request and frustration. Jones claims to have offered Parsons a substantial deal, though the exact figures remain undisclosed, and has even attempted negotiations without Parsons' agent, a move that contributed to the deteriorating relationship. Jones draws parallels to past holdouts like Emmitt Smith's, showing a preference for a patient, long-term negotiation approach rather than feeling pressured to finalize the deal quickly. Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer remains hopeful that Parsons will be on the field for Week 1, emphasizing a focus on team performance amid the contract saga. With Parsons expected to command a contract near or above $40 million annually, comparable to top defensive players like Myles Garrett and T.J. Watt, the stalemate reflects a tension between Parsons' desire for a lucrative deal and Jones' insistence on terms fitting the team's interests. Critics argue that delaying the contract talks has only increased Parsons' market value and strained relations, raising questions about Jones' management strategy.