Jerry Jones: DeMarcus Lawrence contract in the works Published: Mar 26, 2019 at 01:56 AM Herbie Teope The have unfinished busine s when it comes to taking care of defensive end . The team used the in early March, but in a deadline-driven league, owner Jerry Jones doesn't appear to be sweating Jhoulys Chacin Jersey over when a long-term contract will get done. "It's in the works," Jones said Monday at the Annual League Meeting in Phoenix, . "We're communicating. That's what you've got until you actually meet to sign the contract." There should be incentive for the to get something done Milwaukee Brewers Custom Jersey by the league-wide deadline of July 15 to work out long-term deals with franchised players. Lawrence might not sign the tag, which would pay Christian Yelich Jersey him a little more than $20 million in 2019. The have slapped the franchise designation on Lawrence in two straight years, and he made $17.1 million last season while playing under the tag. Long-term stability for both parties, however, is taken into consideration for any contract discu sions this year. "This is a significant thing for not only our franchise but DeMarcus' life," Jones said. "It would make Robin Yount Jersey anyone be very, very judicious as they are working through the terms of this agreement. So the fact we don't have something done today is not inordinate when you look at the things that are at stake here." In the meantime, there should be little doubt what Lawrence means to one of the NFL's top defensive units and his place among the league's elite pa s rushers. Lawrence totaled 25 sacks, 49 quarterback hits and forced six fumbles over the past two seasons, earning consecutive selections in that span. Keeping Lawrence's production in Dallas must be a priority. And as long as the communication lines are open, that's a good thing. This article has been reproduced in a new format and may be mi sing content or contain Stephen Vogt Jersey faulty links. Please use the Contact Us link in our site footer to report an i sue.