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DaRon Bland Secures Major Extension as Cowboys Restructure Contracts

The Dallas Cowboys have restructured key contracts for improved salary cap flexibility.

Coralie Oakley

September 6, 20261 min read

The Dallas Cowboys have made adjustments to the contracts of DaRon Bland, Jake Ferguson, and Kenny Clark to improve their financial flexibility ahead of the 2026 NFL season. This is part of a broader strategy to create additional salary cap space during the offseason. Other notable players, including Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, Tyler Smith, Terence Steele, and Malik Hooker, have also seen their contracts modified.

Bland has signed a significant four-year extension worth $92 million, which will keep him with the Cowboys until 2030. Ferguson has also secured a four-year deal valued at $52 million, ensuring his presence on the team through 2030. Meanwhile, Clark's contract has been restructured again this offseason, now extending through the 2028 season.

These contract modifications provide the Cowboys with enhanced options for potential roster changes. Team owner Jerry Jones has expressed optimism about the team's prospects, stating that he feels more excited than ever about their chances for success.

While the restructuring does not necessarily indicate an immediate pursuit of high-profile players, it does grant the team greater flexibility for potential moves during the season, as well as a positive impact on their salary cap situation for the 2027 season.

Source: Dallas Cowboys.

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https://www.dallascowboys.com/news/cowboys-restructure-3-contracts-to-create-more-cap-room

https://frisco.city/article/frisco-sports-cowboys-restructure-3-contracts-to-create-more-cap-room

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Coralie Oakley

Coralie Oakley covers Denton high school and area college sports.

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