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DeMarcus Lawrence Leaves Cowboys, Joins Seahawks for $32.5M

3/16/2025

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Summary

Lawrence Leaves Cowboys

After 11 impactful seasons, DeMarcus Lawrence bids farewell to the Dallas Cowboys, joining the Seattle Seahawks with a lucrative three-year, $32.5 million deal. His exit ignited controversy, particularly after his bold statement about not winning a Super Bowl in Dallas, which fueled tension with teammate Micah Parsons. Yet, Lawrence remains thankful for his Dallas journey as he embarks on this exciting new chapter.

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The Seattle Seahawks are shaking things up, bidding farewell to stars like Geno Smith and DK Metcalf while welcoming Sam Darnold and Cooper Kupp to invigorate their offense. Although they’ve kept defensive stalwart Ernest Jones IV, concerns linger over their offensive line and rushing game, leaving fans anxious about the upcoming season.

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Historical Context

DeMarcus Lawrence's move to the Seattle Seahawks echoes the Cowboys' past struggles. In 2014, the Cowboys drafted Lawrence to fill the void left by DeMarcus Ware. Despite his contributions, like sealing a playoff win in 2015, Lawrence's Super Bowl aspirations in Dallas remained unfulfilled, mirroring the franchise's ongoing championship drought.

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Lawrence Leaves Cowboys

After 11 impactful seasons, DeMarcus Lawrence bids farewell to the Dallas Cowboys, joining the Seattle Seahawks with a lucrative three-year, $32.5 million deal. His exit ignited controversy, particularly after his bold statement about not winning a Super Bowl in Dallas, which fueled tension with teammate Micah Parsons. Yet, Lawrence remains thankful for his Dallas journey as he embarks on this exciting new chapter.

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