Is it just us... or are the Dallas Cowboys doing everything but paying Micah Parsons?

In this episode, Norm Hitzges dives headfirst into the swirling drama at Cowboys training camp, where the Jones family seems to think negotiating is best done through passive-aggressive press quotes and questionable math. (No, Jerry, Micah didn’t miss six games.) Norm takes us behind the scenes of what should be a no-brainer deal—and breaks down how the Cowboys are once again making it harder than it has to be.

From salary cap strategy to ego management, Norm unpacks it all with his signature blend of insight, sarcasm, and "Did-they-really-say-that?" disbelief. Then, he shifts gears to let you in on how to get your hands on his famous football picks for the upcoming season (spoiler: they’ve been very profitable).

If you’ve ever shouted “JUST PAY THE MAN!” at your TV—or wondered why NFL teams love waiting until the last second—this episode is your playbook.

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⏱️ Chapters:

0:00 – Intro and a tasty sponsor spot (yes, Bob’s Steak gets name-dropped again)

1:36 – Micah Parsons & the Cowboys: Contract chaos, finger-pointing, and a lesson in how not to negotiate

9:29 – Want Norm’s football picks? Here’s how to score them for the season

11:05 – Wrap-up, thank-yous, and a reminder to hit “follow” before your next steak dinner

🍽️ Proudly sponsored by Fluent Financial (Retire sooner, live better) and Bob’s Steak & Chop House (you had us at Wagyu).

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Just Wondering is a long-form sports commentary podcast hosted by longtime broadcaster Norm Hitzges, offering thoughtful, numbers-driven analysis of the NFL, college sports, the NBA, and the business and culture surrounding them. Each episode blends experience, history, and curiosity to explore why things happen — not just what happened.

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