Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressed a relaxed stance regarding the urgency of finalizing a Micah Parsons Cowboys contract extension, even amid injury concerns and previous holdout scenarios. Speaking recently, Jones conveyed confidence that the team’s history of negotiation success with star players will carry forward as they address Parsons’ situation.

Jones minimizes pressure on contract talks amid injury risks

Jerry Jones stated that he is unconcerned about having unresolved contract negotiations hanging over the team’s progress. Reflecting on past experiences, he emphasized that there is no need to panic over Parsons’ extension, suggesting that previous holdouts were navigated smoothly without immediate deadlines dictating moves. According to Jones, the Cowboys’ approach has consistently prioritized patience and strategic negotiation rather than rushing into agreements.

I am not the least concerned about having any dangling participles out here on a contract,

Jones said, via Cowboys Wire.

Jones compared the current situation to linebacker Zack Martin’s past contract holdout, a period that initially caused uncertainty but ultimately resulted in a satisfactory resolution for both the player and the team. He highlighted the organization’s ability to manage such matters without disruption.

Not at all, he explained, recalling how negotiations in previous years overcame hurdles:

Two years ago we were here, and I think Zack Martin wasn’t here, and you had a situation although he had a contract. You work through that.

Drawing historical parallels with former contract disputes

To further illustrate his point, Jones referenced the contract issues involving running back Emmitt Smith in the early 1990s. The Cowboys endured similar tension without derailing their championship aspirations, eventually securing a Super Bowl victory in 1993.

I was looking at this documentary and spent some time going back on the Emmitt Smith negotiation and what was going on there,

Jones said.

There’s nothing new about what we’re talking about here today relative to contracts. You say, ‘If you don’t get him in, are you going to lose the first two games then go on to win the Super Bowl?’ Well, we’ll take that.

Jones cites injury considerations in contract decisions

Jones also stressed the unpredictable nature of injuries as a major factor in the Cowboys’ contract strategy. Citing quarterback Dak Prescott’s history of spending significant time sidelined, he noted that signing a player to a lucrative deal does not guarantee availability throughout the season, thus warranting caution when pledging guaranteed money.

Just because we sign him, Jones acknowledged,

doesn’t mean we’re going to have him. He was hurt six games last year. [Ed note: It was actually four.] Seriously. I remember signing a player for the highest-paid at the position in the league and he got knocked out two-thirds of the [way through the] year: Dak Prescott. There’s a lot of things you can think about- just as the player does- when you’re thinking committing and guaranteeing money.

High regard for Parsons’ financial awareness and value

Despite the measured approach, Jones expressed respect for Micah Parsons’ understanding of his own worth and the business side of football contracts. He described Parsons as one of the most financially savvy players he has dealt with, reinforcing the expectation that the linebacker will be compensated appropriately once negotiations conclude.

Of all of the players that I’ve ever negotiated with,

Jones said,

Micah Parsons is as savvy and knowledgeable and understanding of his financial business relative to football as any player I’ve ever been around.

Recent organizational updates among NFL teams

While the Cowboys focus on Parsons’ contract, other NFL teams are announcing personnel changes and player updates. The Philadelphia Eagles have promoted Ryan Myers to Director of College Scouting, Matt Holland to Assistant Director of College Scouting, and Jarrod Kilburn to Assistant Director of Pro Scouting, among others. Additionally, new scouting hires include Joe Douglas as Senior Personnel Director and Advisor to the General Manager, and Preston Tiffany as an NFS Scout. On the football operations side, James Gilman advanced to Senior Director of Football Research and Strategy, Jon Liu to Director of Football Analytics, and Zachary Steever to Assistant Director of Football Research and Strategy.

The Eagles also conducted workouts with defensive tackles Joe Evans, Leonard Payne, and Jacob Sykes, and linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. started alongside Zack Baun at training camp. Defensive backs Cooper DeJean and Reed Blankenship took safety snaps with corners Kelee Ringo and Quinyon Mitchell. Defensive tackle Jordan Davis has reportedly lost 26 pounds during the offseason, now weighing 330 pounds to enhance his mobility on passing downs.

Speaking on his weight loss, Davis said,

“I’m still gonna be that anchor. I’m still gonna be that same player. But knowing that with this new weight, I can do a lot more. I can move a lot more on passing reps. I’m gonna be expected to (do) that. And that’s just what’s been communicated with me from the top down. And honestly, I’m here for it.”

Meanwhile, Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata praised defensive end Jalyx Hunt’s explosion and quickness, comparing his playing style to that of Micah Parsons. Mailata predicted that Hunt is on a trajectory to become a standout player.

Updates on Giants receiver Malik Nabers’ injury and rehab

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers is managing a chronic toe injury dating back to his college days at LSU. Nabers reported that intensive rehabilitation this past offseason has improved his condition significantly, allowing him to move freely and participate fully in team activities.

”The toe is good, you know,”

Nabers shared, via ProFootballTalk.

”This spring, we had a great rehab to try and get me back. So I’m back, feeling good, feeling a little bit better, healthy out there running around. I feel good.”

Regarding surgery, Nabers stated that while the option is not currently definite, he has not ruled it out entirely but remains focused on preparing for the 2025 season.

”That’s not up in the air, but decisions will be made when the time is right,”

he said.

”But right now, I’m just focusing on locking in and getting ready for the season. Being out there with my guys, it felt good to be out there and run around.”

He added that surgery has never been a serious consideration, as he feels confident in his ability to manage and recover from the injury through rehab and conditioning.

”It just never really came to a complete thought in mind for me to do [surgery], but I’ve been managing it well, been running around feeling pretty good,”

Nabers said.

”Everything has been going good with the rehab, so my toe is feeling better. I’m just happy to be out there with my guys now.”

Persistent focus on NFL insider news amid ongoing player negotiations

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Our Reader’s Queries

Q. Does Micah Parsons have a child?

A. Personal Life. Parsons had a son named Malcolm in May 2018. He decided not to play in the 2020 college football season because of COVID-19, to protect his son Malcolm. On January 14, 2023, Parsons welcomed a daughter.