The Dallas Cowboys were in the headlines on Thursday due to their acquisition of Joe Milton III from the New England Patriots to be Dak Prescott‘s backup quarterback. Prior to that, though, Cowboys fans found their organization making headlines for a far less positive reason, one that, of course, involved something foolish said by owner Jerry Jones.

 

Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Insulted David Mulugheta, Micah Parsons’ Agent

Jan 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons (11) celebrates after a sack during the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Jan 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons (11) celebrates after a sack during the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

 

Speaking to reporters at the NFL owners meetings this week, Jones claimed that he is handling Micah Parsons’ high-profile contract negotiation himself. What is more, he said that he is talking to the four-time Pro Bowler personally, and not going through his agent.

“I spent five, six hours with him myself and had a lot of discussions,” Jones said. “Most of the issues we’re in agreement on and discussed it all. But we obviously don’t have an agreement relative to a new contract.

“It’s not uncommon for me to visit directly with players. And in this particular case, it’s what I’m doing.

“The agent is not a factor here or something to worry about. And I don’t know his name. My point is, I’m not trying to demean him, but this isn’t about an agent. … I’m not demeaning the agent. I’m just saying everybody can do this, and that’s talk directly to a player.

“And frankly most people that negotiate with me will tell me that that was better.”

NFL fans from multiple fanbases, not just Cowboys faithful, dragged Jones on social media for his comments. Even Parsons addressed it on social media, stating that no negotiations would take place unless his agent, David Mulugheta, was the one handling them.

David Mulugheta Sets the Record Straight for the Dallas Cowboys

Jerry Jones, claps as the team is honored
Nov 16, 2024; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Dallas Cowboys owner and member of the 1964 Arkansas Razorbacks National Championship team, Jerry Jones, claps as the team is honored during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

 

While Jones’ comments regarding Mulugheta were insulting to the agent, the only thing he is worried about is his client. According to Pro Football Talk, Mulugheta said:

“I agree with Jerry—it’s never been about me,” Mulugheta told PFT via text message on Wednesday morning. “The only person that matters here is Micah, and, at the end of the day, our goal is for Micah to be able to do for generations of Parsons what Jerry has done for generations of Jones.”

One thing is for sure: that Parsons extension is going to be massive.