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Jaydon Blue • RB • Cowboys

Jaydon Blue Described as "Borderline Lazy"

In a recent Locked on Cowboys podcast appearance, former Dallas Cowboys coach Glenn Smith said that coaches with the Cowboys have expressed that rookie fifth-round running back Jaydon Blue is "borderline lazy" and that the team isn't happy with his work habits. Blue is expected to have a big role on offense and is very explosive, but it's not a great sign for him heading into training camp. The 21-year-old is also under 200 pounds and comes with ball-security issues from his college days. The Cowboys like Blue's speed and explosiveness, but he didn't work at all with the first-team offense in spring workouts, suggesting Dallas could open the year with a backfield consisting mostly of Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders. The Cowboys will be hoping that Blue can mature quickly, but he's also no lock to make the roster out of training camp.

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Micah Parsons • LB • Cowboys

Micah Parsons Will Become Highest-Paid Non-QB

CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones says that Dallas Cowboys All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons will eventually become the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history after Pittsburgh Steelers pass-rusher T.J. Watt earned those honors for the second time in his career after agreeing to a three-year, $123 million contract extension on Thursday. As things stand now, Parsons is currently scheduled to play the 2025 season on his $24 million fifth-year option. However, all indications are that the Cowboys and Parsons will agree on a new long-term extension before the start of the regular season, which will likely pay him at least $41.5 million per season. The 26-year-old participated in the team's offseason program and should be on the field during training camp this month, regardless of whether an extension has been reached.

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Micah Parsons • LB • Cowboys

Micah Parsons Not Worried About Extension Talks

Dallas Cowboys All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons is not worried about a contract extension and knows he will get his money eventually. It's why Parsons showed up during the offseason program while still in discussions with the front office about a long-term extension. "I just work harder. Like, to me, I look at it like if people don't see your value, you don't cry and sit down. You just work harder," Parsons said. Even though Cleveland Browns edge rusher Myles Garrett reset the market, Parsons was also set to break the record for most money for a non-quarterback. "Not really, because I'm just going to get mine no matter what," Parsons said about Garrett's contract affecting his market. The 26-year-old is a high-end IDP fantasy target regardless of his contract situation, as he's had at least 12 sacks in all four of his seasons while also forcing nine fumbles and recording 256 tackles.

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Sam Williams • DE • Cowboys

Sam Williams has Potential to be Elite Edge Rusher

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Sam Williams (knee) has the size and athletic ability to become an elite edge rusher, in the opinion of The Athletic's Jon Machota. Williams suffered a season-ending torn ACL and MCL in training camp last summer that caused him to miss the entire year. However, he was able to take part in individual drills during minicamp, and Machota believes that he could be the team's second-most productive pass-rusher in 2025 behind Micah Parsons. The 26-year-old was taken 56th overall in the second round in the 2022 NFL draft and recorded 48 tackles (30 solo), 8.5 sacks, 15 tackles for loss, 16 QB hits, two forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 32 games (zero starts) in his first two years in the league. If he can stay healthy, Williams could be a key player in Dallas' pass rush.

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Micah Parsons • LB • Cowboys

Micah Parsons Plans to be Present for Start of Training Camp

Dallas Cowboys All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons, who is heading into the fifth year of his rookie deal in 2025, said he will be with the team this summer for the start of training camp, whether a new deal has been reached or not. However, Parsons didn't say whether he'd participate in on-field work without a new contract, according to The Athletic's Jon Machota. If a new deal isn't reached by July 22, the first day of training camp practice for Dallas, Parsons will likely be a hold-in at camp. The 26-year-old linebacker is reportedly seeking a contract in the range of $200 million. Contract issues aside, Parsons remains one of the most attractive pass-rushers in IDP fantasy leagues. The former 12th overall pick in 2021 out of Penn State has been a Pro Bowler in all four of his NFL seasons and has at least 12 sacks in all four years.

Jul 11

Dak Prescott • QB • Cowboys

Dak Prescott Expects to be Full-Go for Training Camp

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (hamstring) said he will be full-go in training camp, pending a final check-in with team doctors following a significant hamstring injury that cost him nine missed games in 2024. The veteran, entering his 10th NFL season, participated in all drills this offseason and should be more than ready to go by Week 1 of the 2025 campaign. Dallas added former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens this offseason, and Prescott is confident the two will get on the same page quickly. While Prescott's injury concerns are noteworthy, the 31-year-old could be undervalued at his mid-level QB2 average draft position. Dallas is likely to have another weak rushing attack in 2025, and Prescott should have several spike weeks due to the presence of Pickens and All-Pro wideout CeeDee Lamb.

Jul 8

KaVontae Turpin • WR • Cowboys

KaVontae Turpin Arrested on Two Charges

NBCSports.com's Mike Florio reports that Dallas Cowboys wide receiver/kick returner KaVontae Turpin was arrested early Sunday morning on two misdemeanor charges. Turpin faces charges for possession of marijuana and unlawful carrying of a weapon, Florio notes. Not what you want to see. The TCU product was an impactful asset for the Cowboys last season -- particularly in the return game, which garnered him a Pro-Bowl selection. It's unclear whether he'll face repercussions for his crimes, considering the nature of the charges. However, both instances could "trigger potential scrutiny under NFL policies," as Florio states. The 28-year-old's punishment, if any, may not be severe, but what happened undoubtedly diminishes his value currently. It may take some time before we receive a definitive outcome.

Jul 6

Miles Sanders • RB • Cowboys

Miles Sanders Works With Starters During Mandatory Minicamp

Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports that Dallas Cowboys running back Miles Sanders split first-team work during mandatory minicamp with backfield mate Javonte Williams. Dallas is projected to have one of the worst RB rooms in the league this season, headlined by Sanders, Williams, and fifth-round rookie Jaydon Blue. Blue has apparently taken to the NFL quickly, but one of the veterans projects to begin the season as Dallas' lead back. It seems more likely that this backfield is destined for a running-back-by-committee approach, which would obviously dent the value of all three participants. For now, expect a primary split between the two vets, with Sanders handling passing situations and the Cowboys turning to Williams more often than not for short-yardage work.

Jul 4

Kaiir Elam • CB • Cowboys

Kaiir Elam Flashes During Offseason Workouts

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Kaiir Elam started only 12 games in three seasons with the Buffalo Bills with two interceptions before the Cowboys acquired him in a trade, but he flashed on numerous occasions in OTAs and minicamp, according to ESPN's Todd Archer. Elam had multiple interceptions in offseason practices and dropped two more while showing an ability to run with receivers. Archer goes on to write that the Cowboys need Elam to be a factor in 2025 with all the uncertainty surrounding cornerback Trevon Diggs (knee) and third-round rookie Shavon Revel Jr. (knee), who are both working their way back from knee surgeries. The Cowboys didn't exercise Elam's fifth-year option after the Bills took him 23rd overall in the 2022 NFL draft out of Florida, so perhaps he's extra motivated going into his first year in Dallas. That's what the Cowboys are banking on.

Jul 3

Micah Parsons • LB • Cowboys

Contract Length an Issue for Cowboys, Micah Parsons

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero says that Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons already had a handshake deal months ago on a new contract extension, but the length of the pending extension is where the current hangup is. The Cowboys and Jones have always favored locking up their stars on long-term deals for five or six years, but the trend in the league of late has been shorter contract extensions. Parsons, who is 26 years old, might prefer a shorter contract extension that would allow him another bite at the apple as he nears the end of his career. Both quarterback Dak Prescott and receiver CeeDee Lamb both negotiated four-year deals recently, so perhaps that's what Parsons is trying to do as well. Contract talks aside, Parsons has at least 12 sacks in four straight seasons and will remain a high-end IDP fantasy target going into 2025 drafts.

Jun 28

Tyler Booker • G • Cowboys

Tyler Booker Viewed as Day 1 Starter

Dallas Cowboys rookie first-round offensive guard Tyler Booker is being viewed as a Day 1 starter heading into his first NFL season, according to ESPN's Todd Archer. "Whether it's the responsibilities that he has to bring to the huddle or whether it's his communications on the line, he's doing a hell of a job," quarterback Dak Prescott said. "And you can tell this guy is a football player. Guy has a lot of pride standard in what he does." Booker has impressed with his willingness to learn and work during offseason practices and has been with the starters from the first OTA session through minicamp, so it's clear that he's going to be a starting offensive lineman on the interior for Dallas in Week 1 this fall. The 21-year-old was taken with the 12th overall pick in April, and he's expected to immediately replace Zack Martin on the interior at right guard. He's sturdy with size (6-foot-5, 321 pounds) and has long arms.

Jun 26

Perrion Winfrey • DL • Cowboys

Cowboys Add Perrion Winfrey.

Per the team, the Dallas Cowboys have signed defensive lineman Perrion Winfrey to an undisclosed contract. Defensive tackle Justin Rogers was waived in a corresponding move. Winfrey was a former fourth-round pick of the Cleveland Browns in the 2022 NFL Draft, but he spent just one season with the team. He appeared in 13 games that year, notching 22 tackles, a tackle for loss, and half a sack, but suited up just once more for the Jets in 2023. In October of 2024, the UFL's Birmingham Stallions signed the Oklahoma product, who would be named to the 2025 All-UFL team after recording 29 tackles, two for loss, and a sack with the squad. Winfrey will look to carve out a rotational role on Dallas' defensive front.

Jun 20

Jake Ferguson • TE • Cowboys

Jake Ferguson Hindered by Knee Issue in 2024

Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson recently divulged to Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram that the knee injury he sustained in Week 1 of 2024 was a season-long issue. However, he isn't using that as an excuse for his subpar campaign. "My knee hurt, for sure," said Ferguson. "The concussion was weird. But I've said this before: if I'm on the field, I should be able to give it my all." After a strong 2023 (71/761/5), the 26-year-old regressed last season -- failing to score a touchdown or top 500 yards in 14 appearances. He's an excellent bounce-back candidate ahead of 2025, with head coach Brian Schottenheimer noting, "the look in his eyes and the way his body looks...the way he's moving has been noticeably different in a good way." Ferguson will have the newly acquired George Pickens to contend with for targets this year, but the Cowboys' lack of appeal in their RB room could signal a third straight season with a top 12 passing rate in the league.

Jun 20

Robert Rochell • CB • Cowboys

Robert Rochell Agrees on One-Year Deal With Cowboys

Free-agent cornerback Robert Rochell agreed on an undisclosed one-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys on Wednesday, according to his agent, Kevin Conner. Rochell initially signed with the Kansas City Chiefs this offseason before they let him right after the NFL draft in late April. The 27-year-old was originally a fourth-rounder (130th overall) by the Los Angeles Rams in 2021 out of Central Arkansas. He spent his first two NFL seasons in L.A. before playing for the Green Bay Packers each of the last two seasons. Rochell will battle for a depth role in Dallas' secondary this summer in training camp. He played in 11 games (no starts) with the Packers last year and finished with only two solo tackles and a fumble recovery. Rochell has a total of 25 tackles (22 solo), one interception, four pass breakups and three fumble recoveries in 48 games (five starts) in his four seasons.

Jun 19

Miles Sanders • RB • Cowboys

Miles Sanders Works With First-Team Offense

Dallas Cowboys running back Miles Sanders got some more work with the first-team offense on Wednesday at mandatory minicamp, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram's Nick Harris. So far at minicamp, it's been Sanders and Javonte Williams getting the work with the starting offense. In addition to adding Sanders and Williams in free agency this offseason, the Cowboys took Jaydon Blue (fifth round) and Phil Mafah (seventh round) in this year's NFL draft. A committee situation will most likely develop in 2025 among Sanders, Williams and Blue, making Dallas' backfield pretty ugly for fantasy purposes. Sanders had his first 1,000-yard season in his final season in Philly in 2022 before falling off a cliff with 637 rushing yards, three TDs and 3.5 yards per carry in 2023 and 2024. He's unlikely to see the volume needed for a bounce-back and is ranked as the No. 74 RB at RotoBaller entering 2025.

Jun 12

Trevon Diggs • CB • Cowboys

Trevon Diggs Hopes to Return in Week 1

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (knee) said his goal is to return for Week 1 of the 2025 regular season this fall, according to The Dallas Morning News' Calvin Watkins. Diggs had surgery to fix a cartilage issue in his knee in January and is expected to start training camp this summer on the Physically Unable to Perform list. The 26-year-old tore his ACL in Week 3 of 2023 but made it back last year, only to deal with ankle, calf, groin and foot injuries, in addition to his knee ailment, while being limited to 11 starts. It seems like ages ago that he recorded a league-high 11 interceptions (two returned for touchdowns) in 2021. Dallas figures to be cautious with the two-time Pro Bowler in his recovery, so it wouldn't be a surprise if he's not ready for the season opener in September. When healthy, Diggs has already proved he can be a ball-hawking defensive back for the Cowboys defense.

Jun 11

Micah Parsons • LB • Cowboys

Micah Parsons Not Expected To Skip Mandatory Minicamp

Dallas Cowboys linebacker/edge rusher Micah Parsons is expected to report for mandatory minicamp this offseason despite his absence from voluntary OTAs. The four-time Pro Bowler in as many NFL seasons is seeking a new contract after racking up 256 tackles (172 solo), 52.5 sacks, nine forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries, nine pass deflections, and 41 run stuffs in 63 career games. He is deserving of a payday and ranks just 60th among edge defenders in average salary ($4.27 million). The good news is Parsons is not hinting toward sitting or holding out, and his 2025 season availability is not in doubt at this point in the offseason. That said, the situation is well worth monitoring.

Jun 3

Micah Parsons • LB • Cowboys

Micah Parsons Skips Second Week of OTAs

According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons skipped the second week of OTAs. Parsons was in attendance for the first week, resulting in the 26-year-old receiving praise from head coach Brian Schottenheimer. His presence also led many to suspect that both sides were nearing a new deal. However, it appears that things may not be as cordial as initially believed. Parsons, who is entering the final year of his rookie agreement, has totaled 256 tackles (172 solo) and a whopping 52.5 sacks in 63 games. He's also earned a trip to the Pro Bowl in each of his four seasons in the National Football League. The Cowboys' front office has a history of dragging their feet when it comes to contract negotiations. But the team will need him on the field come training camp, considering Dallas had issues on the defensive side of the ball throughout the 2025 campaign.

May 31

Javonte Williams • RB • Cowboys

Javonte Williams Taking First-Team Reps

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams was seen taking reps with the first team during the portion of last Tuesday's OTAs that was open to the media, according to Tommy Yarrish of DallasCowboys.com. Williams signed with Dallas during the offseason, and their crowded backfield now features Williams, Jaydon Blue, and Miles Sanders, among other depth pieces. While this update from Yarrish could provide some insight into the Cowboys' backfield dynamic, it's important to note that the regular season is still several months away and the depth chart is destined to change. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer echoed this sentiment, saying, "It's too early to tell. Last year, we went into it thinking it's going to be by committee and then at the end of the year, we changed that." He noted that Williams and Sanders got an early jump on the competition by signing during the offseason, but even Blue has made impressive progress in the few weeks since being drafted.

May 26

CeeDee Lamb • WR • Cowboys

CeeDee Lamb "Grateful" to be Healthy

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (shoulder) is "grateful" to be healthy. The wideout finished the 2023-24 campaign by amassing 135 receptions for 1,749 yards and totaling 14 touchdowns. However, he wasn't as productive last season, finishing with 101 grabs for 1,194 yards while finding the end zone only six times. Unfortunately, Lamb sustained an AC joint sprain in Week 9, an injury that plagued him for the remainder of the year while also causing his decline in production. However, he appears in good spirits and ready for Week 1. "I want to say a good five months of real recovery and rehab," said Lamb. "I don't know. I'm grateful to have two arms. I can tell you that." Lamb has seen his fantasy stock fall somewhat this offseason after regressing in 2024-25. Yet, if Lamb and Dak Prescott (hamstring) can both stay on the field this season, the 2020 No. 17 overall pick is in the running to reclaim his spot as the top fantasy receiver.

May 25

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