Jon Machota

Jon Machota is a staff writer for The Athletic covering the Dallas Cowboys. He previously covered the Cowboys for The Dallas Morning News. Born in Detroit and a graduate of Wayne State University, Machota's reporting focuses on the latest news and developments surrounding America's Team.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/jon-machota/

95%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

100%

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No current examples available.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Both Lamb and Jefferson have been to three Pro Bowls and were drafted in the first round in 2020.
  • CeeDee Lamb's production over the last four seasons has been comparable to Jefferson's.
  • Lamb stated that he 'absolutely wants to remain a Cowboy for his entire career.'

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • Both have been to three Pro Bowls. Jefferson holds the advantage of being named All-Pro three times to Lamb’s two.
  • Lamb said in February on Micah Parsons’ Bleacher Report podcast when talking about his next contract, 'One of the top paid receivers for sure, if not the (highest-paid WR). That’s always the goal.'
  • The biggest card was played Monday morning as the Minnesota Vikings and star wide receiver Justin Jefferson reached an agreement on a four-year deal for $140 million, with $110 million guaranteed.

Recent Articles

Justin Jefferson's Record-Breaking Contract: A New Era for Wide Receiver Compensation in the NFL

Justin Jefferson's Record-Breaking Contract: A New Era for Wide Receiver Compensation in the NFL

Broke On: Sunday, 02 June 2024 Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings shattered records with his impressive four-season performance in the NFL, leading to a historic $140 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback. With increasing productivity from wide receivers and limited resources due to escalating salaries, teams face tough decisions on allocating resources.