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Newsweek
2 days ago
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- Newsweek
NFL Analyst Bashes Jerry Jones' Approach With Micah Parsons
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. For the second year in a row, the Dallas Cowboys find themselves in a standoff with one of their core pieces regarding a new contract. As things between Micah Parsons and the organization continue to escalate, one analyst did not hold back on his thoughts on Jerry Jones' approach. This ordeal stretches back months when Parsons first approached the Cowboys about an extension off of his rookie deal. The two sides seemed to be close to an agreement, which led to the star linebacker getting his agent involved. Since then, things have gone completely off the rails and become a worst-case scenario for Dallas. Parsons has remained a professional and stayed around the team in some capacity, but recently made his frustrations very public. In a long post on social media last week, he gave his thoughts on this ordeal while also telling the world he's requested a trade from the Cowboys. Also read: Cowboys Coach Hopeful About Micah Parsons' Future in Dallas Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, is seen on the field prior to a game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on November 24, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. The Cowboys defeated the Commanders... Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, is seen on the field prior to a game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on November 24, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. The Cowboys defeated the Commanders 34-26. More/Getty Images Nick Wright gives his thoughts on Jerry Jones' discussions with Micah Parsons In his jaw-dropping post, Parsons talked about Jones wanting to discuss his contract without his agent present. This led to many people giving their thoughts on the longtime owner's tactics. Among those who did not hold back when discussing Jones was FS1's Nick Wright. He dove into the situation on a recent episode of First Things First, dubbing his practices unethical. "Jerry feels like they had an agreement and he wants to stick to it. And I think that is an unethical way to do business," Wright said. "What I do not think is right is if a player does not think we are going to be talking about numbers and a contract. And then it comes up and he engages, to then be like alright, shook on it, you and I said deal's a deal. That is not Micah's expertise." 'Jerry feels like they had an agreement and he wants to stick to it. And I think that is an unethical way to do business.'@getnickwright reacts to the Micah Parsons contract situation: — First Things First (@FTFonFS1) August 4, 2025 Also read: Dallas Cowboys Land Dynamic RB in Recent Micah Parsons Mock Trade Despite Parsons asking for a trade, it doesn't look like he'll be playing for a team that isn't the Cowboys anytime soon. Following his social media post, Jones gave his thoughts on the latest developments. He still expects the two sides to work things out, dismissing any notion that Dallas plans on honoring Parsons' request. As the Cowboys get ready to begin their preseason schedule, they have to deal with this very public back-and-forth hanging over their heads. For more Dallas Cowboys and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Fox Sports
2 days ago
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- Fox Sports
Jerry Jones' Handling of Micah Parsons Dispute Is 'Unethical,' Says Nick Wright
National Football League Jerry Jones' Handling of Micah Parsons Dispute Is 'Unethical,' Says Nick Wright Published Aug. 4, 2025 10:12 p.m. ET share facebook x reddit link Another day has passed, and Micah Parsons still doesn't have a new deal with the Dallas Cowboys. One day after Parsons' fiery trade request on Aug. 1 , owner Jerry Jones had a brazen response to growing concerns surrounding the situation, insisting the standoff with the All-Pro pass rusher is no different from past situations he has dealt with. "Don't lose any sleep over it," Jones said . "That's the one thing I would say to our fans." That led FOX Sports' Nick Wright to outwardly criticize Jones on Monday's edition of "First Things First." "The entire … press gathering was kind of surreal, even by Jerry's standards," he said. "The whole thing was bizarre, but what is very, very clear to me is two things. One of which is: Jerry feels like they (he and Parsons) had an agreement, and he wants to stick to it — and I think that that is an unethical way to do business. … My other big takeaway is this: Jerry wants to be the star of this negotiation. He made that very clear. … "I think ultimately it (a new deal) gets done. I don't think Micah gets traded. I think Jerry ends up caving, but I also think … even if it gets done, they damaged the relationship significantly." ADVERTISEMENT Parsons and the Cowboys began contract discussions in January. Some discourse arose in April when Jones mentioned at the NFL's annual league meeting that he was communicating directly with Parsons about a potential new deal, while Parsons let it be known that he wouldn't be doing any deal without his agent, David Mulugheta, involved. In June, Parsons said that he was "hanging in tight" and "hopeful" that he'd have a new deal done before the start of training camp on July 20. One day before the start of camp, Jones seemingly questioned Parsons' durability by mentioning he missed a handful of games because of a high ankle sprain last season — the first time the 26-year-old had dealt with an injury in his professional career — when asked by reporters for an update on the negotiations. While Parsons didn't directly respond to Jones' comment, he reshared a social media post from former NFL star J.J. Watt that read, in part, "Anytime you can publicly take a dig at your star quarterback and your star pass rusher simultaneously, right before the season begins, you just gotta take it." Parsons had reported to camp in Oxnard, California, but only observed from the sidelines and did not participate. [MORE: Micah Parsons Next Team Odds: Will Cowboys Trade Star DE?] Parsons made a formal trade request this month, calling out the Jones family for how they've handled contract negotiations and revealing that they haven't "had a single conversation" with his agent. "I no longer want to be here," Parsons wrote in a 1,000-plus-word statement . "I no longer want to be held to close-door negotiations without my agent present. I no longer want shots taken at me for getting injured while laying it on the line for the organization, our fans and my teammates. I no longer want narratives created and spread to the media about me." Parsons went on to say that he and Jones met in March to "talk about leadership" and that the conversation turned into a contract discussion. "Yes, I engaged in a back and forth [with] regards to what I wanted from my contract, but at no point did I believe this was supposed to be a formal negotiation," Parsons revealed. "I informed Mr. Jones afterward my agent would reach out thinking this would get things done. But when my agent reached out and spoke to (director of salary cap/player contracts) Adam Prasifka, he was told the deal was pretty much already done. My agent, of course, told him that wasn't the case and … again, the team decided to go silent." Jones added more fuel to the fire two days later, saying that former Cowboys star Dez Bryant — who publicly voiced his support for Parsons on social media — and Roc Nation Sports owner Jay-Z are the reason why he doesn't like to deal with agents in players' contract discussions. The 82-year-old told reporters that Jay-Z quit taking his calls after the two spent hours negotiating a new contract for Bryant in 2015, a claim that Roc Nation quickly refuted. A first-round draft pick in 2021, Parsons has at least 12.0 sacks in each of his four seasons in Dallas and has 52.5 for his career. He also had 12 tackles for loss in 13 games last season. Parsons is going into the fifth and final year of his rookie deal and could be franchise tagged in 2026 without an extension. He's set to make $24.007 million in 2025. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! share
Newsweek
30-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
LeBron James, Nuggets Rumors Get Bold Update
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The future of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has become a major topic of conversation. One of the most recent rumors has connected him to the Denver Nuggets. After James and his business parter, Maverick Carter, were seen spending time with Nikola Jokic's agent, speculation immediately went off the charts about the two superstars pairing up following the 2025-26 NBA season. For those who don't know, James is set to play the final year of his contract with the Lakers. Many believe that the two parties will part ways next offseason. LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Miami Heat during the second quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on November 06, 2023 in Miami, Florida. LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Miami Heat during the second quarter of the game at Kaseya Center on November 06, 2023 in Miami, Florida. Photo byDespite the rumors surrounding James and the Nuggets, one notable sports analyst has made a very bold statement about the possibility. Read more: Report: Bulls, Josh Giddey Talks Receive Major New Update Nick Wright, during a segment on "First Things First," did not hold back from making it clear that he "knows" James will not be playing for Denver alongside of Jokic. "I can report unequivocally the idea that this tweet or Instagram caption was about LeBron playing on the Denver Nuggets next year is unequivocally 100 percent false," Wright said. "There is a zero percent chance LeBron is on the Nuggets a year from now. That's not my opinion. I know that." Thinking about James playing for the Nuggets is strange in and of itself. They simply do not pop off the chart as a potential top destination, nor do they have a clear financial roadmap to being able to sign a player like James. Other teams who have been connected to James that would make more sense are the Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, and whoever decides to draft Bryce James should he choose to enter the 2026 NBA Draft. There is always a chance that James could choose to retire after the upcoming season. However, very few believe that he would retire without announcing it before his final year and giving the NBA a farewell tour. Read more: Lakers' Luka Doncic Sends Strong LeBron James Message During the 2024-25 season with Los Angeles, James still played at a high level. Even at 40 years old, he averaged 24.4 points per game to go along with 8.2 assists, 7.8 rebounds, and a steal, while shooting 51.3 percent from the floor and 37.6 percent from the three-point line. It will be interesting to see what the future has in store for James. At least as far as Wright is concerned, that future will not include playing in Denver. For more on the Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Lakers, and general NBA news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
25-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
NFL Analyst Utters Bold Prediction For Cowboys Star Dak Prescott
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Looking at the entire NFC East, Dak Prescott is one of the most intriguing players heading into the 2025 season. As he prepares to make a comeback, one analyst uttered a bold prediction for the Dallas Cowboys quarterback. Back in 2023, Prescott looked to be cementing himself among the league's elite quarterbacks. He put together an impressive campaign in the regular season that nearly landed him MVP honors. However, things ended up going off the rails for him in 2024 when he suffered a season-ending injury after just eight starts. Ahead of training camp, Prescott proclaimed to the media that he is back to 100%. Now that the action is underway, he's officially begun what he hopes to be a bounce-back year. Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on prior to the game against the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on prior to the game against the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. Photo by/Getty Images Also read: CeeDee Lamb Weighs In on Dallas Cowboys Star's Contract Dispute While on First Things First earlier this week, Chris Broussard dove into the expectations for Prescott and the Cowboys this season. When it comes to the star QB's production, he feels there's a reality where he notches over 5,000 passing yards. "Your defense isn't very good, you're going to give up a lot of points. That means you're going to have to throw the football to stay in games," Broussard said. "You should put up huge numbers. I think you might throw for well over 5,000 yards." .@Chris_Broussard delivers some strong motivation for Dak Prescott this season: 'I think you might throw for well over 5,000 yards!' — First Things First (@FTFonFS1) July 24, 2025 Based on Prescott's track record in the NFL, this bold prediction is somewhat realistic. As Broussard mentioned, the Cowboys are likely going to remain a pass-heavy team this season. While they've made some upgrades in the backfield, it's doubtful Dallas has a consistent attack on the ground. Knowing he's going to be getting up a lot of pass attempts each week, it's possible Prescott at least comes close to this mark. Especially considering the upgraded cast of talent around him. Tight end Jake Ferguson is healthy and eager to get back to the level of production from his Pro-Bowl season, and Dallas acquired wide receiver George Pickens in the offseason. Prescott has no shortage of viable targets around him, which should result in another strong season from him. Also read: NFL Insider Reveals Shocking Update on Dallas Cowboys Star Prescott has never eclipsed 5,000 yards, but he's come close on a few occasions. He nearly did it in 2019, finishing the regular season with 4,902. His second-highest mark came in 2023 with just over 4,500. If he's able to return to the caliber of player he was pre-injury, Prescott might have a chance to make Broussard's prediction a reality. For more Dallas Cowboys and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
25-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
A Steelers icon becomes the latest measuring stick for Jalen Hurts
They're the NFL's only two professional sports franchises in Pennsylvania, and once upon a time, they were forced to join forces to ensure the survival of both organizations. In 1943, the Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers joined forces as the Phil-Pitt Combine, a.k.a. the 'Steagles.' Both teams saw many of their players enlist during World War II, which compelled both sides to pull resources and field a single combined team. The result was a mediocre 5–4–1 record and a third-place finish in the NFL Eastern Division. Greasy Neale and Walt Kiesling served as co-head coaches. Alexis Thompson, Art Rooney, and Bert Bell shared ownership duties. I'm not sure why, but something about that seems fascinating. We would have paid money to see it, but we will settle for some current parallels. Thank you to one of the hosts of FS1's First Things First for providing us with one relatively recently. Chris Broussard is reminded of a Steelers icon by Jalen Hurts We've heard comparisons involving Jalen Hurts and Tom Brady. We've seen Philly's star quarterback hang out with Michael Jordan on more than one occasion. Recently, Cam Newton threw a few darts at him. That was a little surprising, but we are used to hearing his name tossed around on FS1 daily. Typically, when we mention one of the flagship shows, First Things First, we're complaining about something Nick Wright said. This time, however, some of the banter was flattering. We haven't heard this one before. Chris Broussard compared Hurts to a Steelers icon. The City of Brotherly Love can be tough to win over, but they're an adoring bunch if they fall in love with you. Let's mull over what Broussard just said and make one thing abundantly clear. Broussard didn't say this in his theory. This is strictly the ramblings of someone whose imagination has been awakened by what he said. Let's say Jalen Hurts matches Terry Bradshaw's resume. Think about that for a second. Let's say he leads the Eagles to something in the area of four Super Bowl wins (or, let's just trim it back to three). Philadelphia will build him a statue, and once his playing days are over, he'll be able to run for public office and win. That isn't an exaggeration. This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: NFL analyst sees shades of a Steelers QB Terry Bradshaw in Jalen Hurts
