Jerry Jones and the Cowboys just made a $12 million decision, but it’s not the one everyone’s been waiting for. Safety Markquese Bell has signed a three-year deal worth up to $12 million, as ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported. Solid move for a guy who’s been holding it down in the secondary. But, where’s Micah Parsons’ extension? The Cowboys are either playing the long game or dragging their feet with their star LB.
𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧: The #Cowboys and safety Markquese Bell have agreed to terms on a three-year deal with a max value of $12M, per @JFowlerESPN pic.twitter.com/7xC3HIWiC8
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) March 9, 2025
On the other hand, NFL legend JJ Watt dropped some truth bombs on X about this exact situation. “Reward your players earlier and reap the benefits in the long run,” Watt said. “Dragging it out not only ends up costing more, it creates unnecessary tension. The longer you wait, the higher the price.” Micah’s been a game-changer since day one, and Watt’s warning feels like it’s aimed right at Jerry’s desk. The Cowboys have a history of waiting too long to pay their stars, and it’s a risky move when you’ve got a generational talent like Parsons. So, while Bell’s deal is great news, the real question is: when will Micah get his bag?
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