The Dallas Cowboys and star linebacker Micah Parsons appear to be at a standstill in contract negotiations, at a time when progress was expected. Instead of moving forward, both sides have reportedly taken steps backward, with little to no meaningful communication taking place. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, they are further apart on a deal now than they were several months ago.
Schefter emphasized that the situation has deteriorated significantly. What was once an active negotiation has now essentially stalled. He noted that the Cowboys and Parsons are not really speaking, and described the talks as having “gone sideways.” With no ongoing dialogue, the possibility of reaching a new agreement before the season starts seems increasingly unlikely.
Micah Parsons (NFL)Parsons May Play Under Fifth-Year Option As Long-Term Deal Remains Unlikely
This stagnation leaves the Cowboys with few options. One possibility is that the team has already made a firm offer and is standing pat, essentially giving Parsons the choice to accept it or play under his current fifth-year option worth $24 million. If no new deal is reached, talks would likely resume only after the upcoming season concludes.
Looking ahead, the prediction is that a new contract likely won’t materialize until 2026. This mirrors the Cowboys’ approach with other key players in the past, such as CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott, where deals were delayed until the last possible moments. Unless something changes dramatically, it appears Parsons may be heading into the 2025 season without a long-term extension in place.
