Micah Parsons is coming to the table with more firepower now that Las Vegas Raiders' edge rusher Maxx Crosby and Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns are shattering contract records.

After star defenders Myles Garrett, Maxx Crosby and Jaycee Horn were extended, here's a look at the highest-paid defensive players in the NFL.

With Micah Parsons seeking an extension, Myles Garrett and Maxx Crosby are among the top-paid players at his position.

First it was Maxx Crosby. Then came Myles Garrett. You would think Micah Parsons is next to score the big contract ... right? Apparently a Dallas Cowboys trade is now possible?

Myles Garrett, Maxx Crosby and Trey Hendrickson are a few names to monitor via trade, but one NFL insider reported from the NFL Scouting Combine that the Bills are among three teams that have expressed a desire to sign a veteran pass-rusher who was recently released as a cap casualty.

With new deals signed by Myles Garrett and Maxx Crosby, we take a look at the updated list of highest-paid edge rushers in the NFL.

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The Las Vegas Raiders signed Maxx Crosby to a three-year, $106.5 million contract extension that has him remaining with the team through the 2029 season. It was the largest contract for a non-quarterback in league history until Myles Garrett signed his deal with the Cleveland Browns.

Maxx Crosby's wife Rachel shared an emotional post on her Instagram story on Tuesday, celebrating five years of her husband's sobriety.

The Detroit Lions need help on the edge and interior of their DLs with Aidan Hutchinson and Alim McNeill coming off season-ending injuries.