The Dallas Cowboys acquired star defensive lineman Quinnen Williams from the New York Jets in November, and now Jerry Jones is investing big-time in the four-time Pro Bowler.
The Cowboys and Williams agreed to a massive three-year contract extension worth $105.9 million, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. In total, it is a five-year deal worth over $151 million.
In all, #Cowboys DL Quinnen Williams has a 5-year deal worth $153.15M — with $101M guaranteed. Massive. https://t.co/wUyqZ3UPRk
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 10, 2026
The Cowboys gave up a first- and second-round pick to land Williams at the previous trade deadline, and now they are keeping him in town for at least the next few seasons.
After coming to Dallas, Williams recorded 9 tackles with 1.5 sacks and an interception in seven games.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones even stated that he was ready to give up Micah Parsons and a first-round pick for Williams previously, so it’s not a surprise that they are giving him a whopping new contract.
Taking all five years of the contract into account, that brings Williams just over $30.5 million per season, which puts him fourth among DLs, behind only Jalen Carter (who just got a new deal), Jeffery Simmons and Chris Jones, respectively.
So, the Cowboys and Williams enter 2026 with a new deal and hopes of a playoff trip.
