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Micah Parsons Contract: Will Cowboys Star Receive Extension?
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Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons is in line for a huge contract extension. When will the Cowboys get an extension done for their star defensive player?
Micah Parsons Contract Extension Talks
'I know I'm going to be a Cowboy' 👀
Micah Parsons reacts to Dak Prescott's $240M contract and talks his future in Dallas
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— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 9, 2024
The Dallas Cowboys entered the 2024 offseason knowing they had three star players looking for contract extensions: Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Parson.
Before Week 1’s game against the Cleveland Browns, Prescott signed a four-year, $240 million contract extension, which includes $231 million guaranteed and an $80 million signing bonus.
With an average of $60 million per year, Prescott is now the highest-paid player in the NFL.
Lamb also secured his bag, signing a four-year, $136 million contract extension, which includes $100 million guaranteed and a $38 million signing bonus.
Parsons is in the fourth season of his rookie deal, with one year left after the Cowboys picked up his fifth-year option in April.
It’s a matter of when, not if, Parsons signs a contract extension. The extension will likely take place next offseason instead of during the regular season. However, Parsons tells fans not to worry because he wants to be in Dallas.
Top 10 Highest-Paid Defensive Players In The NFL
| Player/Position | Team | Average Per Year |
|---|---|---|
| Nick Bosa, Edge | San Francisco 49ers | $34 million |
| Chris Jones, DT | Kansas City Chiefs | $31.75 million |
| Josh Hines-Allen, Edge | Jacksonville Jaguars | $28.25 million |
| Brian Burns, Edge | New York Giants | $28.2 million |
| T.J. Watt, Edge | Pittsburgh Steelers | $28.003 million |
| Christian Wilkins, DT | Las Vegas Raiders | $27.5 million |
| Myles Garrett, Edge | Cleveland Browns | $25 million |
| Nnamdi Madubuike, DT | Baltimore Ravens | $24.5 million |
| Montez Sweat, Edge | Chicago Bears | $24.5 million |
| Danielle Hunter, Edge | Houston Texans | $24.5 million |
The highest-paid defensive player in the NFL is San Francisco 49ers edge rusher Nick Bosa, who earns an average of $34 million per year.
Parsons’ average per year will likely surpass Bosa’s $34 million when he signs an extension next offseason.
When breaking down the 10 highest-paid defensive players, seven are edge rushers and three are defensive tackles.
