DaRon Bland, Cowboys contract talks 'ongoing' as he reveals future goals

The Dallas Cowboys have failed to agree to a contract extension with superstar defender Micah Parsons through one week of training camp in Oxnard, California, but the team has been active.

Over the weekend, it was revealed that star tight end Jake Ferguson inked a four-year extension with the team, which makes him the seventh-highest-paid tight end in the NFL.

Following the Ferguson deal, Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones said the team still had a handful of players they would like to get deals done with.

MORE: Best highlights & videos from Cowboys sixth training camp practice

One of the team's star players entering a contract year is All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland, so it's safe to assume he would be among that group of players negotiating with the team. As it turns out, he is, as Bland revealed contract talks with the team are "ongoing.

Not only did Bland say he is talking with the team about a new deal, but he also revealed that Dallas is where he wants to stay. “Dallas is always where I’ve wanted to be, so hopefully we get it done," he told Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland during training camp at Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge Playing Fields. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Locking Bland up before the season and before the cornerback market continues to rise would be a major win for the Cowboys.

Last season, Bland missed the start of the season after suffering a foot injury during the preseason and undergoing surgery at the end of training camp.

MORE: Cowboys not given much hope in latest NFL power rankings ahead of 2025 season

However, in 2023, Bland earned first-team All-Pro honors and set NFL records for most interceptions returned for a touchdown in a single season and most defensive touchdowns in a season with five.

There is no denying his talent when he is healthy and ready to go.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland celebrates with teammates after returning an interception for a touchdown against the New England Patriots | Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

— Enjoy free coverage of the Cowboys from Dallas Cowboys on SI —

Best highlights & videos from Cowboys' first padded practice of 2025

5 Cowboys stars who still need contract extensions after Jake Ferguson deal

Brian Schottenheimer raves about talent, 'professionalism' of Cowboys' rookie

All-UFL standout gets first-team reps after shining at Cowboys camp

CeeDee Lamb, Joe Milton taunt Cowboys CB after blown coverage in first padded practice

PHOTOS: Brenley Herrera, viral Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader rookie