Rapoport’s 'proactive' Cowboys line sparks contract-history backlash

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport labeled the Dallas Cowboys’ latest contract move as proactive, praising kicker Brandon Aubrey’s four-year, $28 million extension as a record payout. The remark drew backlash from fans who view the Cowboys’ history as slow, public, and contentious in contract talks, noting Aubrey’s deal came after months of negotiations and a second-round tender. The piece also references broader contract drama surrounding players like Micah Parsons and George Pickens, highlighting the team’s ongoing renegotiation efforts.