FRISCO, TX — As offseason tensions simmer around the Dallas Cowboys’ contract negotiations with Micah Parsons, Executive Vice President Stephen Jones has broken his silence with a bold and optimistic statement that could reshape the future of America’s Team.

“When the right things come together and everybody’s ready to do a deal, then it happens,” Jones told reporters. “Certainly, we want Micah here. And he knows we want him here. I think ultimately we’ll get something done.”

With those words, Jones didn’t just express confidence — he made what many are calling the “ultimate” prediction: that Parsons, the team’s generational linebacker and two-time All-Pro, will stay in Dallas for the long haul.

The Highest-Paid Non-Quarterback in NFL History?

Sources close to the negotiations reveal the Cowboys have reportedly offered Parsons a contract that would make him the highest-paid non-quarterback in league history. The proposed deal is said to exceed $40.25 million annually — the current benchmark set by Ja’Marr Chase.

If signed, Parsons would eclipse top defenders like Nick Bosa and Aaron Donald, solidifying his status not only as the face of Dallas’s defense but also as a league-defining talent.

Yet, despite this astronomical offer, the deal hasn’t been sealed — and the reasons behind the holdup are raising eyebrows across the NFL.

Tensions Over Direct Negotiations

The Cowboys’ front office, led by Jerry and Stephen Jones, has reportedly chosen to negotiate directly with Parsons, minimizing communication with his agent, David Mulugheta. That unorthodox approach hasn’t gone unnoticed.

Parsons recently took to social media to reaffirm his loyalty to Mulugheta, signaling internal friction that may be slowing progress.

“My loyalty to my agent is unwavering,” Parsons posted, amid rumors of bypassed representation. “This is bigger than football.”

Critics have slammed the Cowboys’ approach as dismissive of standard NFL protocols — potentially jeopardizing goodwill with one of the league’s most influential agents. But Jones remains undeterred.

“This is part of the business,” he said. “We’ve gone through this before. What matters most is where we end up, not how messy it gets along the way.”

Parsons: The Cornerstone of Dallas’s Future

Drafted 12th overall in 2021, Micah Parsons has quickly become the engine of Dan Quinn’s defense. With 40+ career sacks and unmatched versatility as both a linebacker and edge rusher, his presence has transformed Dallas into a perennial playoff contender.

Parsons is entering the fifth-year option of his rookie deal, but the Cowboys want to avoid the kind of contract standoff that strained relations with past stars like Ezekiel Elliott and DeMarcus Lawrence.

With quarterback Dak Prescott also due for a new contract soon, the front office faces a high-wire act: lock down Parsons without jeopardizing long-term roster flexibility.

What Comes Next?

If Stephen Jones’s prediction holds true, the Cowboys may finalize the Parsons mega-deal before training camp. But the path remains uncertain.

Will Jerry Jones bend and re-engage Parsons’ agent directly? Will Parsons hold out if an agreement isn’t reached? Could another team try to intervene with a historic offer sheet?

For now, all eyes remain on Frisco. The stakes are massive — not just for Micah Parsons and the Cowboys, but for the balance of power in the NFC.

Bottom Line

Stephen Jones has made his prediction. Now, Cowboys fans — and the NFL world — wait to see if his words become reality.

One thing is clear: Micah Parsons isn’t just playing for a paycheck. He’s playing for a legacy. And Dallas knows it.