Dallas Cowboys pass-rushing linebacker Micah Parsons has detailed why it was important for him to be at the beginning of offseason workouts.

All-Pro edge rusher Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys are "close enough" on his second NFL contract following his rookie deal, in the words of Jerry Jones. "I know about the years, and I know about the guarantees,

The Cowboys are in transition after parting ways with head coach Mike McCarthy in the offseason. Schottenheimer, who served as the team's offensive coordinator the past two seasons, was named the Cowboys' new head coach in January.