NFL Insider Reveals Shocking Update on Dallas Cowboys Star
During the offseason, the Dallas Cowboys were one of many teams dealing with a contract holdout. As things carry over into training camp, one insider revealed a shocking development regarding the front office's dealings with one of their key players.
Heading into the final year of his rookie contract, Micah Parsons was eager to lock down a long-term commitment with the Cowboys. The former No. 12 pick is more than deserving of an extension, as he's blossomed into the focal point of their defense. Over the past four years, Parson has proven to be one of the top defensive talents in the NFL. Now, he wants to be compensated as such.
On Tuesday, Cowboys' veteran arrived for the official start of training camp. Though he didn't get an extension, Parsons was still in attendance. He wasn't a full participant in drills, but was still around to support his teammates.
ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 22: Micah Parsons #11 of the Dallas Cowboys walks towards the locker room against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on December 22, 2024 in...
ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 22: Micah Parsons #11 of the Dallas Cowboys walks towards the locker room against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. Micah Parsons shares what Cowboys need to do to bounce back in 2025. MoreAlso read: Jerry Jones Makes Blunt Statement on Dallas Cowboys Star
While on ESPN's First Take earlier this week, NFL insider Adam Schefter detailed the latest regarding Parsons and the Cowboys. He noted that the franchise never even brought an official offer to the table for the All-Pro linebacker.
"They haven't even submitted a contract proposal yet to Micah Parsons," Schefter said. "So there are no negotiations...Nothing has happened. So for all the talk that we've had about Micah and the contract and how close they are or aren't, they're not close. They haven't started."
"[The Cowboys] haven't even submitted a contract proposal yet to Micah Parsons."
—@AdamSchefter on Micah Parsons' contract negotiations 😳 pic.twitter.com/kvqThxW58w — First Take (@FirstTake) July 22, 2025
While speaking with the media after day one of camp, Parsons echoed a lot of what Schefter reported. He stated that he wants to remain in Dallas moving forward, but it all comes down to the front office.
"We'll just see how long things take," Parsons told reporters. "When you go around the league and you see these other teams taking care of their best guys...you just wish you had that same type of energy...I want to be here. At the end of the day, they sign the checks. Let's see if they want me to be here."
Cowboys DE Micah Parsons: 'There's really not much movement' on contract talks. 'I want to be here. At the end of the day, they sign the checks. Let's see if they want me to be here.'
'I'm doing this for myself and my teammates. This isn't for Jerry.' pic.twitter.com/Q0mLO3cIZ9 — Jon Machota (@jonmachota) July 22, 2025
Also read: Cowboys Standouts Named Among NFL's Top Homegrown Duos
Parsons' frustrations stem from seeing some of his top counterparts in the league secure lucrative deals. This offseason, Maxx Crosby and T.J. Watt both inked massive contracts with their respective teams. While Parsons is equally as impactful as these players, he still finds himself waiting to begin discussions on a new deal.
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