Cowboys Rumors: Seahawks’ Earl Thomas Won’t Give Dallas ‘Hometown Discount’

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As the Dallas Cowboys pursue safety Earl Thomas in free agency, Jerry Jones and Co. shouldn’t hold their breath on getting a hometown discount from the Texas native.

Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported on Thursday that the 29-year-old defensive back is looking to become the highest-paid safety in football. Eric Berry of the Kansas City Chiefs (six years, $78 million) currently holds the top spot at $13 million per season.

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