The Dallas Cowboys have been making headlines in the NFL with their recent contract extensions for key players. First, it was the star receiver CeeDee Lamb who signed a lucrative four-year, $136 million deal. Then, just two weeks later, quarterback Dak Prescott inked a massive four-year, $240 million extension, setting a new record in the league. Prescott’s contract is groundbreaking, as he becomes the first player to have an annual average of $60 million.
With the Cowboys taking care of Lamb and Prescott, the focus now shifts to linebacker Micah Parsons. Parsons, who is eligible for a contract extension after his standout rookie season, has been patiently waiting his turn. Despite being vastly underpaid with a base salary of $2.989 million this season, Parsons prioritized ensuring that his teammates got paid first.
Parsons expressed his excitement for Prescott’s deal, noting that the quarterback earned every penny through hard work and dedication. “He didn’t cheat the game,” Parsons remarked. “He earned everything he got. So that just goes to his work, his dedication, his craft, everything he put into it.”
The linebacker’s positive attitude extends to his own contract negotiations, as he remains confident that a deal will come in due time. While the Cowboys have a tendency to delay extensions, Parsons is not worried, trusting that his time will come.
In a light-hearted moment, Parsons joked about Prescott owing him money before signing his extension. “Dak owed me a little bit of money,” Parsons quipped. “So I was like, I went to him right before we came here I was like, ‘I’ll never be broke,’ and we just laughed.”
As the Cowboys secure their core players with lucrative contracts, the team looks poised for success in the upcoming season. Parsons’ patience and team-first mentality reflect the camaraderie and strong bond within the Dallas locker room. And with Parsons set to receive his own well-deserved extension, the Cowboys’ future looks bright on and off the field.