The Dallas Cowboys have made strategic contract adjustments for players Jake Ferguson, DaRon Bland, and Kenny Clark, aimed at improving their salary cap situation for the upcoming NFL season in 2026. This offseason move is part of a broader effort to create additional financial flexibility.
Bland and Ferguson have both signed extensions that will keep them with the Cowboys through 2025. Bland's new four-year contract is valued at $92 million and extends his tenure with the team until 2030. Similarly, Ferguson's four-year extension is worth $52 million, also securing his place through 2030.
Kenny Clark's contract has seen restructuring for the second time this offseason, now extending through the 2028 season. These changes provide the Cowboys with increased options for potential roster adjustments. Team owner Jerry Jones has expressed optimism about the team's prospects, stating he is excited about their potential to compete for significant achievements, contingent on favorable circumstances and injury avoidance.
While these contract modifications do not indicate an immediate pursuit of high-cost players, they do offer the team greater flexibility for future moves, positively impacting their salary cap for the 2027 season.