Cowboys shell out $95 million to keep RB Barber, CB Newman in fold

Now that he has got the job and the big contract, the only thing left is for the shy guy in the locker room to start showing off the personality friends rave about.

"Now that he's going to be the starter and one of the highest-paid players at his position, you'll see his coming-out party," Rosenhaus said.

Newman's contract also vaults him into the highest-paid range. Philadelphia gave Asante Samuel a six-year, $57 million deal, and Seattle re-signed Marcus Trufant for $50.2 million over six years.

Newman is coming off his first Pro Bowl selection. He has been a starter and an anchor of the secondary since joining the team as the fifth overall pick in 2003.

The Cowboys began organized team activities Tuesday and will continue working Tuesdays through Thursdays for the next several weeks.

When Barber and Newman arrive, they'll be wearing big smiles and carrying lots of spending money.

"Marion said he was happy Terence Newman also signed because it would deflect some of the ribbing he's going to get from his teammates," Rosenhaus said.