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Dallas Cowboys pass rusher Micah Parsons is reportedly seeking to become the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history, according to the Dallas Morning News' Calvin Watkins.
Parsons is expected to ask for $200 million total and more than $40.25 million per season on his next contract, according to Watkins.
Watkins reported that the Cowboys and Parsons' agents have not had "serious talks" about an extension since the February NFL scouting combine.
Parsons is currently is currently signed through the 2025 season with a $24 million club option, but could potentially hold out from training camp if not offered a new deal.
Watkins reported that Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has "had extensive talks with Parsons about his contract," but that Jones "is in no rush to get a deal completed" while watching how the rest of free agencyplays out.
T.J. Watt could be the next player to impact the defensive market as he prepares to enter the final season of his current contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett set the non-quarterback contract record earlier this offseason by setting the market for edge rushers with his four-year, $160 million deal.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase quickly broke that standard with his $161 million contract.
According to Watkins, Parsons hopes to surpass both with his next deal. He will turn 26 in May, while Garrett will celebrate his 30th birthday in December, which could bolster his argument to earn more than his Browns counterpart.
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