**Jerry Jones Blames Micah Parsons’ Agent for Contract Stalemate**
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has expressed frustration over stalled contract negotiations with star linebacker Micah Parsons, attributing the delay to Parsons’ agent. During an appearance on Michael Irvin’s show, Jones claimed that the Cowboys had reached a preliminary agreement with Parsons before the agent intervened.
“When we were ready to send the details to the agent, he told us to stick it where the sun doesn’t shine,” Jones stated. He explained that he and Parsons had discussed terms, including amounts and guarantees, and were prepared to move forward. However, the agent insisted that negotiations were still open, despite Jones believing they had already settled key points.
Jones emphasized that he had made concessions during the negotiations, stating, “I’ve already moved off my mark on several areas.” He believes the agent is attempting to renegotiate terms that were previously agreed upon.
Parsons has been present on the sidelines but has not participated fully due to the ongoing contract discussions. Earlier this month, he took to social media to express his desire for his agent to be involved in negotiations, stating he “no longer want(s) to be held to close door negotiations without my agent present.”
As Parsons enters the final season of his five-year rookie contract, he is set to earn $24 million but is reportedly seeking a new deal with an average salary of $40 million. Jones mentioned that the deal they had discussed would have positioned Parsons as one of the highest-paid players in the NFL, excluding quarterbacks.
“The world would know that I want Micah if they knew what I had offered him,” Jones remarked, reinforcing his commitment to Parsons and his value to the team. Despite the ongoing negotiations, first-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer remains optimistic about Parsons’ participation in the upcoming season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles on September 4.
**FAQ**
*What is the current status of Micah Parsons’ contract negotiations?*
Micah Parsons is in discussions for a new contract as he enters the final year of his rookie deal. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has indicated that negotiations have stalled due to Parsons’ agent, who has reportedly rejected terms that were previously agreed upon.