The Las Vegas Raiders made their priorities crystal clear before free agency even started. They locked down their best defensive player, Maxx Crosby, with a massive contract extension-three years, $106.5 million, with a staggering $91.5 million guaranteed.
Crosby, already one of the most dominant pass rushers in the league, is now the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. That kind of money naturally turns heads, and it didn’t take long for some of the league’s biggest stars to react. Among them? Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons.
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Parsons shows love, but knows what this means for him
Parsons, a dominant force himself, sent a quick but meaningful message to Crosby on X:
“@CrosbyMaxx congrats my brother !!” with a 100 emoji.
It was a simple show of respect, but let’s be real-Parsons knows what this means for him. With his rookie deal coming to an end, he’s next in line for a massive payday. And Crosby’s deal just raised the stakes.
Parsons has been nothing short of elite since entering the league in 2021, racking up 40.5 sacks in just three seasons while terrorizing quarterbacks weekly. He’s a two-time First-Team All-Pro, Defensive Rookie of the Year, and one of the most versatile weapons in the NFL. He’s also playing in the final year of his rookie contract, and everyone knows it won’t be cheap to keep him in Dallas.
Will the Cowboys Pay Up? Parsons’ Future in Dallas
The Cowboys have some major financial decisions to make, and Parsons’ deal is at the top of the list. Team owner Jerry Jones has been aggressive in managing the salary cap, even restructuring Dak Prescott’s contract to free up $36.6 million in space. It’s a move that many believe is setting the stage for a Parsons extension.
But what will it take? If Crosby is getting $106.5 million over three years, Parsons-who is younger and arguably more versatile-could command an even bigger deal. The Cowboys have a history of paying their stars, but the market for elite defenders is skyrocketing.
If Dallas doesn’t step up, another team surely will. Parsons is set to be one of the most coveted defensive players in the league, and his next contract could be even more jaw-dropping than Crosby’s.
