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Jerry Jones backs Parsons trade after extra firsts pay off

8/14/2026

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Jones Praises Trade

Jerry Jones said he is satisfied with the Aug. 28, 2025 trade that sent Micah Parsons to Green Bay for Kenny Clark and 2026-2027 first-round picks.
The 2026 first-round pick became Malachi Lawrence.
The 2027 first-round pick produced All-Pro defensive tackle Quinnen Williams.
Jones said the extra first-round picks made him “more aggressive,” gave cap space and will spark a playoff return.

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Cowboys Open Preseason

Cowboys open preseason vs Seattle Seahawks, letting untested players vie for 53-man roster spots.
Jerry Jones said preseason is “a real treat” because it displays younger Cowboys talent.
Jones highlighted offensive lineman Tyler Guyton’s competition-level play and potential roster impact.
Stephen Jones affirmed the long-term extension for defensive tackle Quinnen Williams as part of the team’s stability plan.

History

Historical Context

After the October 12, 1989 Herschel Walker trade gave Dallas a cache of future picks, Jimmy Johnson built a 13-3 roster that captured Super Bowl XXVII, launching a 1990s dynasty. Echoing that strategy, owner Jerry Jones traded Micah Parsons to Green Bay in 2025 for Kenny Clark and additional first-round selections, aiming to recreate the earlier talent-stockpiling success.

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Jones Praises Trade

Jerry Jones said he is satisfied with the Aug. 28, 2025 trade that sent Micah Parsons to Green Bay for Kenny Clark and 2026-2027 first-round picks.
The 2026 first-round pick became Malachi Lawrence.
The 2027 first-round pick produced All-Pro defensive tackle Quinnen Williams.
Jones said the extra first-round picks made him “more aggressive,” gave cap space and will spark a playoff return.

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