Micah Parsons attends Cowboys offseason program amid contract negotiations

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons has begun voluntary offseason workouts, despite ongoing contract negotiations that have left him without a second contract. His attendance signals professionalism, but some speculate he may still hold out during training camp as leverage for a new deal, similar to Ezekiel Elliott's approach in 2019. Owner Jerry Jones has made dismissive comments about Parsons' agent, David Mulugheta, complicating negotiations as he prefers direct discussions with the player. Parsons has previously expressed a desire to be a leader on the team, especially after DeMarcus Lawrence's departure. Currently, Parsons is under a fifth-year option that will pay him $24 million, but expectations for his next contract are significantly higher, likely around $40 million annually. His participation in offseason workouts is seen as a positive sign for team morale, even as contract talks remain tense.