Zack Martin’s holdout from Dallas Cowboys training camp is finally ending as the All-Pro guard has reached an agreement on his desired reworked contract. According to ESPN, Martin will now be earning “north of $18 million in each of the next two years,” with those years fully guaranteed.
Martin himself confirmed that he has come to a resolution with the Cowboys, simply posting on X (formerly Twitter): “Back to Work.” This news has brought immense enthusiasm from Cowboys fans, as one of the key offensive line pieces for their team will be reuniting with his teammates.
In terms of salary, Martin was initially set to earn $13.5 million for the 2023 NFL season and $14 million for 2024. However, he believed that he deserved more, considering the market value for top players in his position. For instance, Chris Lindstrom of the Atlanta Falcons earns $20.5 million per year, while the Indianapolis Colts gave Quenton Nelson a contract worth $20 million per season.
This holdout became a significant topic for the Cowboys just before the start of training camp, diverting attention from camp battles and preparations for the regular season. Owner Jerry Jones expressed concerns about the impact of adjusting Martin’s contract on negotiations with star players like Micah Parsons and CeeDee Lamb, both of whom may also receive extensions soon.
However, the 33-year-old Martin was able to secure a contract restructure that satisfies him, and the Cowboys are undoubtedly thrilled to have their leader on the offensive line back in action.
Martin’s absence in camp didn’t go unnoticed by his Cowboys teammates. Quarterback Dak Prescott voiced his support for Martin, saying, “Pay the man,” when asked about his absence. Defensive lineman DeMarcus Lawrence also expressed confidence that something positive was in the works, stating, “Zack’s going to be OK. The Cowboys are going to be OK. And I’ll see him soon.”
Zack Martin has been an exceptional player throughout his NFL career, earning Pro Bowl selections in eight out of his nine seasons and being named an All-Pro in six of those years.
Overall, this resolution to Zack Martin’s contract situation brings a sense of relief to the Cowboys organization and their dedicated fanbase. They can now shift their focus back to preparing for the upcoming season with their complete lineup intact.
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