Let's look at the actual numbers. All data from Spotrac and Over The Cap, updated March 2026.
Top 5 cap hits:
- Dak Prescott — QB — $52.5M
- CeeDee Lamb — WR — $34M
- Micah Parsons — EDGE — $28M (projected extension) 4-5. [Remaining top contracts]
Dead money: $12.4M in dead cap from previous cuts/trades.
Cap space available: ~$8M after all commitments.
Key decisions this offseason:
- Who gets extended vs. who walks?
- Restructure candidates to create space
- Draft picks on rookie contracts as cost-controlled starters
Sources:
- Spotrac.com — Dallas Cowboys cap page
- Over The Cap — salary cap projections
Are we spending wisely? What moves would you make?
Restructuring is an art form. The Cowboys FO has been good at kicking the can, but eventually it catches up.