It appears the Dallas Cowboys and star defensive end Micah Parsons are further apart in their contract extension negotiations than we thought, according to each sides' "wants" in the deal.

Micah Parsons doesn't want to wait too long to sign a new deal. The Dallas Cowboys star told reporters Tuesday it is "extremely important" for him to sign a contract extension before the 2025 season starts.

The Cowboys edge rusher will surpass the $40.25 million annual average of Ja'Marr Chase when a deal is completed.

The Dallas Cowboys need a running back. That’s a weird thing to say, considering this team has been fortunate to lean on standout runners DeMarco Murray, Ezekiel Elliott, and Tony Pollard, over the last decade.