Myles Garrett Secures Historic Contract - Is Micah Parsons the Next Big NFL Payday?

Myles Garrett has taken the NFL by surprise this past Sunday by reversing his earlier trade request and opting to extend his contract with the Cleveland Browns, despite the team's lackluster performance. Just days after the Las Vegas Raiders secured a three-year deal for Maxx Crosby with over $90 million guaranteed, Garrett inked a four-year extension averaging $40 million annually, creating a new benchmark for his position. Micah Parsons is undoubtedly observing this development closely, as both Crosby and Garrett received significant contracts despite playing for teams that have struggled. This situation amplifies pressure on the Dallas Cowboys to solidify Parsons’ future, but owner Jerry Jones seems uncertain about maintaining the All-Pro performer. With speculation about Parsons’ next contract growing, insiders like Jordan Schultz note that the newly established market for edge rushers now stands at $40 million annually. The prospect of Parsons being traded remains an avenue of concern, amid swirling discussions within the organization. As tensions rise at the Cowboys' Frisco facility, the coming summer promises to be pivotal for both Parsons and Jones, amid heightened expectations in the evolving market.