When Brian Schottenheimer was first promoted to head coach, he was tasked with getting the franchise back on track following a lackluster 2024 campaign. Now, he finds himself having to keep the team focused on the field while the organization deals with an ongoing saga behind the scenes.

Now in the final year of his rookie contract, Micah Parsons is eligible to ink an extension with the Cowboys. Seeing that he’s grown into one of the NFL‘s most impactful defensive players, he’s in line for a sizable raise.

Over the past few months, things have evolved from negotiations to a full-blown standoff. Earlier this week, Parsons took his frustrations to social media with a jaw-dropping message. He turned the football world on its side when he sounded off on how things have unfolded while requesting a trade from the Cowboys.

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Brian Schottenheimer makes statement on Micah Parsons’ future with Cowboys

Although things don’t look great between Parsons and the Cowboys right now, Schottenheimer doesn’t seem too fazed by the situation. When asked if he expects the All-Pro linebacker to be in uniform Week 1, he is hopeful things will eventually work themselves out.

“Micah is a competitor. I hope to see Micah out there soon. When the business gets worked out, it gets worked out,” Schottenheimer told reporters Saturday.

When Parsons does land a new contract, it is sure to be a lucrative offer. Fellow top defensive stars such as Myles Garrett and T.J. Watt have landed deals that pay them around $40 million annually. Seeing that the Cowboys star is equally impactful of a talent, he is sure to command a similar price tag.

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Despite Parsons’ ongoing back-and-forth with the front office and ownership has gotten very public, Schottenheimer doesn’t feel like it’s been a distraction. He touched on how the rest of the group is putting all their time and energy into getting ready for the upcoming season.

“Our guys are focused on what we’re trying to build,” Schottenheimer said, via The Athletic. “As we get closer to a game week, it’s exciting. We got the (Los Angeles) Rams coming in here next week. There are plenty of things for us to focus on. We’re almost through the install. Our guys have a very singular focus, and that’s getting better and getting ready to have a hell of a practice today.”

The Cowboys are set to kick off their preseason schedule next weekend against the LA Rams.

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