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Quinnen Williams expresses desire to remain with Cowboys long-term

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 6:24 PM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Quinnen Williams expresses desire to remain with Cowboys long-term

Summary

Quinnen Williams stated he wants to stay with the Dallas Cowboys for the long haul after being acquired from the Jets, who traded two high draft picks for him. Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones indicated that the team plans to initiate contract extension talks during training camp. Williams, in his first season with Dallas, emphasized his commitment to winning and expressed excitement about potential contract discussions, especially after seeing the recent signings of players like Jalen Carter and Jeffery Simmons increase market values for defensive tackles. Williams is focused on contributing to the team's success.

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By the Numbers

•Williams wants to be in Dallas for the long haul.
•Cowboys gave up two high draft picks to acquire Williams.
•Contract extension talks are expected to begin during training camp.
•Williams is focused on winning games for the Cowboys.
•Recent defensive tackle signings may influence Williams's contract.

Latest Updates

6:24 PMCBS NFL — Cowboys sound open to (get this) extending a star player early: The price of keeping Quinnen Williams
12:58 AMYahoo Sports — Quinnen Williams wants to stay with Dallas Cowboys long term, help Dak Prescott make playoff run
11:31 PMYahoo Sports — Quinnen Williams wants to be in Dallas "for the long haul"

What they're saying

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Contract talk is always inevitable with the Dallas Cowboys and vice president Stephen Jones put Pro Bowl defensive tackle Quinnen Williams front and center when he said the team had...
— Yahoo Sports

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Stephen Jones said Williams is "at the top of the list" of players Dallas wants to keep, and the star DT says he'd "love to be here for the long haul"
— CBS NFLby Garrett Podell