Micah Parsons vs. Jerry Jones: The Contract Standoff Turning Into Dallas’ Biggest Soap Opera

Current State of Affairs

1. No deal yet. Despite owner Jerry Jones insisting that he and Parsons had hashed out terms—length, guarantees, total value—when he tried sending the details to Micah’s agent, David Mulugheta reportedly said, “don’t bother,” implying he wanted to negotiate separately. Since then, no new deal has materialized.

2. Jones claims it was massive. Jones isn’t just bragging—he asserts the proposed contract would’ve made Parsons the highest-guaranteed-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. Somewhere north of $200 million guaranteed? That’s what Jones said he was willing to offer.

3. Agent pushes back. Mulugheta categorically denied the colorful “stick it up our ass” remark attributed to him. ESPN’s Ryan Clark reported Mulugheta laughed it off, saying he’d “never used that phrase.”

4. Public tension escalates. Parsons has scrubbed all Cowboys logos from his social media, sharing cryptic Bible verses and an Allen Iverson-themed TikTok suggesting he doesn’t care which team he plays for—he’ll win regardless.

5. Will he play? Despite the drama, Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer expects Parsons to suit up for the season opener against the Eagles. The Cowboys also hold control via the franchise tag through 2027, should negotiations remain at a stalemate.

6. Analyst insights. ESPN’s Adam Schefter sees little chance of a deal before September 4, hinting at a "divorce" between Parsons and Dallas. Troy Aikman, on the other hand, believes Parsons is vital and a deal will eventually happen—but warned sitting tight could skyrocket a potential contract’s value.

   
   

Will a Deal Get Done Before the 2025 Season?

Based on everything we know:

• Highly unlikely. With public spats, denials, and no talks since spring, a new contract before Week 1 seems doubtful.

• Expectation is he plays. Even without a new deal, Parsons will likely suit up on his fifth-year rookie option ($21–24 million) while the Cowboys maintain leverage.

• Game of brinkmanship. It’s classic Cowboys business: ride it out like they did with Dak Prescott—let him play under the option or get tagged, then strike when the time’s right.

A Humorous Take

Jerry Jones yelling at clouds and deals that don’t exist

Picture this: It’s August 2025. Training camp is buzzing, but instead of footballs flying, it’s fiery rhetoric.

Jerry Jones, standing in the middle of the field, gesturing wildly toward nothing but practice helmets:“I’ve offered Micah-Parsons-the-linebacker-more-guarantees-than-any-defensive-player-ever! I’ve moved off my mark more than a used car salesman on commission! And then—get this—the agent said ‘don’t bother’…”

On the next cloud overhead, you can almost make out a comical cartoon of David Mulugheta shrugging, sipping coffee, saying, “Never said that, dude.”

Meanwhile, Micah Parsons is on the sideline, smirking, posting Bible verses, and sending messages like, “I’ll win wherever I go… I don’t care what team I go to.” It's like he's got popcorn in hand and is ready for the inevitable.

Troy Aikman, ever the ex-QB analyst, chimes in:

“They can't win without Micah.”But Jerry’s probably thinking: "Can I still tag him in ’26 and ’27? Oh, I’ve got three more years of control, baby."

What’s Next?

• The season opens in two weeks—wait and see who shows up for the opener remains the key question.

• More posturing from both sides—Jerry’s media blitz continues, and Parsons’ team is staying cryptic.

• Analysts will keep debating whether this ends in an extension or another shelved drama like past Cowboys standoffs.

  
  

No extension appears imminent before the 2025 season. Expect Parsons to play under existing terms, while the Cowboys lean on franchise tag leverage. And yes, Jerry Jones remains the old man shouting at contract clouds, hoping to turn thunder into a deal.