As the Dallas Cowboys navigate the offseason, all eyes are on Micah Parsons, who is seeking a lucrative contract extension ahead of the 2025 season. With the market for elite pass rushers skyrocketing, Parsons has once again stirred speculation among fans with a cryptic three-word social media post.
A Market-Setting Offseason for Pass Rushers
Parsons is entering the final year of his rookie contract, and the price for top-tier defensive players has skyrocketed in recent weeks.
First, Maxx Crosby reset the market by inking a three-year, $106.5 million extension with the Las Vegas Raiders, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. However, his reign as the league’s highest-paid defender was short-lived, as Myles Garrett quickly surpassed him with an even bigger contract from the Cleveland Browns.
With both Crosby and Garrett cashing in, many around the league expect Parsons to be next in line for a historic payday.
Parsons’ Cryptic Message Sparks Rumors
On Wednesday night, Parsons added fuel to the fire by posting a three-word message on X (formerly Twitter) that immediately caught the attention of Cowboys fans and analysts alike.
“It’s my time,” Parsons wrote.
Given the timing of the post—just days after Garrett’s record-breaking deal—many took it as a reference to his impending contract negotiations. However, one follower suggested an alternate meaning, speculating that Parsons was instead referring to his growth as a leader for the Cowboys.
Parsons seemingly endorsed that interpretation by reposting the comment, adding another layer of intrigue to the situation.
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Parsons’ Contract Value Continues to Rise
The three-time Pro Bowler finished the 2024 season with 12 sacks in 13 games, the lowest sack total of his four-year career. Despite that, his impact on the Cowboys’ defense remains undeniable, and it has long been assumed that Dallas will need to make him the highest-paid defensive player in the league to keep him.
With Garrett’s deal raising the bar, Parsons’ potential contract just became even more expensive. While he has yet to explicitly discuss his negotiations, his recent social media activity—including another three-word post earlier this offseason—seems to indicate that he’s well aware of how the market is shaping up.
What’s Next for Parsons and the Cowboys?
While the Cowboys have yet to publicly comment on Parsons’ contract situation, there is little doubt that they’ll need to pay a premium to keep their defensive cornerstone.
Whether his cryptic post was a hint at his upcoming extension or simply a reflection of his mindset for the 2025 season, one thing is clear—Parsons is ready for what comes next.
With the NFL offseason heating up, all eyes will remain on the Cowboys’ front office to see how they handle one of the most important contract negotiations in franchise history.