The Dallas Cowboys have been at the center of NFL discussions as of late, in large part due to their lack of a resolution with Micah Parsons and his contract.
As a result of their situation, Parsons has been a non-participant in on field activities during OTAs thus far. That said, he has still been around to team in various capacities.
Still, his lack of attendance and a lack of significant progress on a resolution are beginning to cause concern and stir up talk in the media.
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All of which begs a question: Should Cowboys fans be concerned? According to Bleacher Report, the answer is a resounding no.
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson is sacked by Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson is sacked by Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons / Tim Heitman-Imagn Images
"The Cowboys have reportedly earmarked the financial resources for Parsons' megadeal, and he sounds eager to be a true leader for the defense and in the locker room," Bleacher Report wrote.
"Usually, it takes time for teams to work out massive extensions, but Parsons doesn't sound like a strong holdout candidate, barring the Cowboys taking their historic offer off the table. If this lingers into the summer, he will likely hold in until his camp seals the deal."
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Whatever the case, the Cowboys have a consistent history of waiting until the last minute to come to agreements in major contract negotiations. They did with Dak Prescott just one year ago, before signing him to a record deal and making him the highest-paid quarterback in the NFL.
The difference here, however, is that Parsons knows the importance of his presence at OTAs and mini camp as a leader of the team. And it appears that he fully intends to be there regardless of how long it takes the two sides to agree on a deal.
Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons celebrates a sack during the first quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons celebrates a sack during the first quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars. / Melina Myers-Imagn Images
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