Dallas Cowboys' standout edge rusher, Micah Parsons, has made headlines by participating in the team's training camp despite the possibility of securing a lucrative contract extension. Currently, Parsons is set to earn a base salary of $2.989 million for the upcoming season, which many consider to be significantly lower than his true market value.

Meanwhile, Cowboys' wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, who has been in the league longer than Parsons, has chosen to sit out of training camp as he negotiates for a long-term deal. Lamb's situation serves as a potential glimpse into what Parsons might experience during his own contract discussions next year.

Lamb, who played last season for a base salary of $2.52 million, had an impressive campaign, leading the league in catches with 135 and amassing 1,749 yards and 12 touchdowns. His outstanding performance earned him All-Pro honors for the first time. This year, Lamb is slated to earn $17.991 million through his fifth-year option.

Parsons expressed his admiration and support for Lamb's pursuit of a fair contract, stating, "He's been watching the practice film and telling me, 'You're going crazy.' We have our talks but, at the end of the day, [he] knows what it is." Despite Lamb's absence from the team's practices, Parsons acknowledged his value and importance to the locker room, stating, "Obviously, we miss him... I'm pretty sure he'll be here soon."

However, time is of the essence as the NFL season is fast approaching. The Cowboys' first game is scheduled for September 8th, and Lamb's presence on the team is crucial. Parsons emphasized the unity and camaraderie within the team, stating, "CeeDee is a part of this brotherhood whether he likes it or not... The business side, they're going to take care of it." He expressed confidence that Lamb would indeed join the team before the start of the regular season.

Parsons' words reflect the solidarity and support within the Cowboys' locker room, as they eagerly await Lamb's return. Despite the ongoing negotiations, both players and fans alike remain hopeful that Lamb's absence will be short-lived and that he will suit up for the Dallas Cowboys come Week 1 of the NFL season.