2023-08-10 07:00:00
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The Dallas star guard has stayed away from the organization as he seeks a significant pay raise
Los Dallas Cowboys will debut in Week 1 of the preseason of the NFL next Saturday before the Jacksonville Jaguarswithout reaching an agreement with his guard Zack Martinconsidered one of the best in his position in the league.
Martinfundamental piece in the protection of the quarterback Dak Prescotthas not shown up for training at the summer camp of the Cowboys that started on July 25; he racks up more than $500,000 in fines for his absence.
The 32-year-old has two years left on his contract, but since March he’s expressed his desire for a raise to the $14 million he’ll earn in each of the next two seasons.
The Dallas Cowboys have not been able to resolve the contract dispute with their top offensive lineman, Zack Martin.AP Photo
The Indianapolis, Indiana-born guard, who is eighth highest paid at his position, wants to get closer to the top earners; Chris Lindstromof the Atlanta Falconswho receives 20.5 million dollars per year, and Quenton Nelsonof the Indianapolis Coltswith 20 million annually.
“We might say we’ll move on without him, but we also thought: ‘That sounds worrying.’ I just try to have both scenarios,” acknowledged the owner of the Cowboys, Jerry Jones.
Despite the fact that a point of agreement is not close, the head coach of the Cowboys, Mike McCarthyhe trusted that he will be able to count on Martin for the start of the regular season on September 10.
“It’s a business, businesses have different timelines. I know Zack and I do not doubt it; will be ready to come when the time comes”, stressed McCarthy.
Week 1 of the preseason will start this Thursday with two games; Houston Texans-New England Patriots y Minnesota Vikings-Seattle Seahawks.
Friday highlights the duel Green Bay Packers-Cincinnati Bengals.
For the first time in 18 years, the Packers they will not have the quarterback Aaron Rodgerswho signed with the Jets. Jordan Love24-year-old passer, will have the opportunity to play his first season as a starter in Green Bay.
On Saturday, the clash between the Jaguars and Cowboys draws attention.
On Sunday the activity will close the champions, Kansas City Chiefswho will travel to the stadium of the New Orleans Saintsy Las Vegas Raiders who will receive the san francisco 49ers.
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