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NFL Stars Press Contract Demands With Minicamp Holdouts

Players ranging from All-Pro edge rushers to veteran wideouts are skipping mandatory camp to force extension talks under the league’s fine structure.

Overview

  • T.J. Watt and Trey Hendrickson both sat out Steelers and Bengals mandatory minicamps after long-term extension talks stalled.
  • Washington’s Terry McLaurin remained absent as he seeks a new deal for his final contract season with the Commanders.
  • Miami excused cornerback Jalen Ramsey’s and tight end Jonnu Smith’s absences as trade and extension discussions continue.
  • Under the NFL’s collective bargaining agreement, missing all three days of mandatory minicamp can trigger fines totaling up to $104,768 per player.
  • Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons reported for minicamp and plans to participate on-field work while still pursuing a contract extension.