Time is running out for the Dallas Cowboys to find a suitable replacement for Micah Parsons this season. The Cowboys may need to wait until the offseason to find a more permanent solution in NFL free agency.

Dallas continues to emphasize that the addition of Kenny Clark and stopping the run as the team’s alternate plan to replacing Parsons. It remains to be seen if this will have the success the front office is selling.

Cowboys Wire’s Reid Hanson outlined five potential free agents who Dallas could sign to help replace Parsons’ production in 2026.

One name to watch is 9-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Khalil Mack who is entering his fourth season with the Los Angeles Chargers. Mack has had three straight Pro Bowl seasons in Los Angeles.

Let’s dive into how Mack could be a fit for the Cowboys.

Cowboys Rumors: Chargers Pass Rusher Khalil Mack Could Be a Fit as Potential Micah Parsons Replacement

Despite his production, Mack is unlikely to land the same kind of six-year, $141 million contract the pass rusher signed with the Chicago Bears in 2018. The 34-year-old defender signed a one-year, $18 million contract extension for 2025.

“Mack represents the veteran of the free agent bunch and because of that he might bring the most value,” Hanson wrote in a September 1, 2025, story titled, “5 free agents edge rushers Cowboys can sign to replace Micah Parsons include 4x Pro Bowler.” “Mack actually graded better than Parsons last season in all-around play and is only one season removed from a 17-sack, All-Pro season.

“Given his age, Mack would likely only require a year-to-year commitment from teams, making him right up the Cowboys’ alley. Mack could fit in at the top of a rotation in much the same way Dante Fowler does in Dallas now.”

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer on Micah Parsons Trade: ‘It Was Unanimous’

It remains to be seen how the Parsons trade will turn out for the Cowboys. At the very least, the team’s messaging has been the same about the decision to move on from the star. Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer emphasized that the blockbuster trade was “not an overnight” decision.

“We just went through the whole process and at the end of the day, it was unanimous,” Schottenheimer explained, per DallasCowboys.com. “This is not something we came about; it wasn’t something where it was an overnight thing.

“We had talked about it and at the end of the day, I think when you look at a football team, when you can essentially add up to four or five players and things like that it gives you the ability to do some things.”

Cowboys Rumors: Trey Hendrickson & Kwity Paye Are Among the Top NFL Free Agent Options in 2026

The Cowboys are projected to have $38.6 million in cap space in 2026, per Over the Cap. It will be worth watching to see if Dallas gets aggressive during next offseason’s free agency given the team’s cap space.

Hanson outlined additional veteran free agent pass rushers who could be of interest for Dallas. In addition to Mack, Trey Hendrickson, Nik Bonitto, Kwity Paye and Jaelan Phillips are among the other top options the Cowboys could explore.

HOT NEWS: The Little Girl Who Spent 3 Years Saving Money to Watch the Dallas Cowboys Wasn’t Enough – Dak Prescott’s Incredible Gesture Stunned AT&T Stadium. For three years, she gathered cans, baked cookies, and saved every cent, only to realize she still couldn’t buy a ticket to see the Cowboys. When her story reached Dak Prescott, he went far beyond what anyone expected. His heartfelt action left AT&T Stadium in total silence… before fans exploded in applause and tears.

It began as the story of a little girl with a dream. For three years, she saved every cent she could find — collecting cans, baking cookies, and carefully storing away coins in a jar — all for one purpose: to buy a ticket to see her beloved Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

But when the moment came, reality struck hard. Despite her tireless efforts, she realized she still couldn’t afford the price of admission. What happened next, however, transformed her disappointment into one of the most unforgettable moments in Cowboys history — thanks to Dak Prescott.

A Dream Years in the Making

The girl’s journey began when she first saw the Cowboys on television. From that moment, she told her parents her dream: “One day, I’ll see them in person.”

Money was tight for her family, so she decided to take matters into her own hands. Every week, she collected cans to recycle, baked cookies to sell, and tucked away pennies, nickels, and dimes. For three years, her determination never wavered.

By the time she approached her goal, the harsh reality became clear: even the cheapest seats at AT&T Stadium were still out of reach.

A Story That Reached Dak Prescott

Her story, shared by a local reporter, spread quickly across social media. Fans were moved by her persistence and heart. Soon, the tale reached the Cowboys’ locker room — and landed directly in the hands of Dak Prescott, the team’s star quarterback and leader.

Rather than simply sending her a ticket, Prescott decided to do something extraordinary.

The Incredible Gesture

On game day, the little girl was invited to AT&T Stadium as Prescott’s personal guest. But what unfolded went far beyond her wildest dreams.

Before kickoff, as the stadium filled with tens of thousands of fans, Prescott walked her out onto the field. Kneeling down to her level, he handed her a personalized Cowboys jersey with her name stitched on the back — and told her: “You’re not just watching today. You’re part of the Cowboys family.”

The moment left the entire stadium in silence. For a few heartbeats, time seemed to stop. Then, the crowd erupted into cheers and tears, celebrating the gesture as one of the most beautiful acts of kindness ever witnessed at AT&T Stadium.

Fans React: Applause, Tears, and Pride

Social media immediately lit up with videos and photos of the moment. Fans across the world praised Prescott’s selflessness:

• “This is why Dak is the heart of the Cowboys. He didn’t just give her a ticket — he gave her a memory for life.”

• “Crying watching this. She worked so hard, and he gave her more than she could ever imagine.”

• “The Cowboys aren’t just America’s Team — they’re family.”

For Cowboys Nation, it was a reminder that the bond between the team and its fans goes deeper than wins and losses.