The relationship between Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys seems to be unraveling faster than anyone expected.
What started as a contract dispute has now spiraled into public jabs, social media drama, and growing uncertainty about whether Parsons will ever wear a Cowboys jersey again.
Jerry Jones Fires Back
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones didn’t hold back on Thursday.
Speaking about stalled contract talks, he revealed a fiery exchange with Parsons’ agent, David Mulugheta. According to Jones, the agent dismissed their proposal in crude terms, reportedly telling the Cowboys to “stick our contract up our a**.”
Jones claimed the deal on the table was massive—one that would have made Parsons the highest-paid defensive player in the league outside of quarterbacks.
But he accused Mulugheta of sabotaging the talks, saying the Cowboys had already compromised on several points before the agent pushed for more.
Parsons Sends a Clear Message
If Jones thought his words would calm the situation, Parsons’ actions said otherwise.
The 26-year-old star scrubbed all mentions of the Cowboys from his X (formerly Twitter) profile, replacing them with “Penn State 2021” and a simple “TBD,” suggesting his future is anywhere but Dallas.
He also swapped his profile picture for a Bible verse from Micah 7:8: “Even if I fall, I will rise; the Lord is my light.”
It was a subtle but powerful hint that he’s focused on his own path, with or without the Cowboys.
Trade Request Still on the Table
Parsons first shocked fans earlier this month by openly requesting a trade, saying, “I no longer want to play for the Dallas Cowboys.”
Since then, he has skipped every training camp practice while waiting for a long-term deal.
Still, he hasn’t completely disconnected—attending team meetings and walkthroughs despite the ongoing standoff.
The Coach Remains Optimistic
Cowboys first-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer doesn’t share the same level of doom and gloom.
On Wednesday, he told reporters he believes Parsons will be on the field for Week 1 when Dallas faces the Philadelphia Eagles.
“The business side of it is going to take care of itself,” Schottenheimer said.
“At the end of the day, I feel like Micah’s going to be out there when we line up against Philadelphia. I feel good about that.”
Parsons by the Numbers
There’s no denying Parsons’ impact on the field. In four seasons with Dallas, he’s recorded 256 tackles, 112 quarterback hits, 52.5 sacks, nine forced fumbles, and four fumble recoveries across 63 games.
Last season alone, despite missing time, he racked up 12 sacks, 43 tackles, and two forced fumbles.
Under his current fifth-year option, Parsons is set to earn $24 million in 2025—but clearly, he’s looking for a deal that better reflects his superstar status.
A Decision Looms
The Cowboys face tough choices in the coming days.
With roster cuts looming and their Week 1 showdown against the reigning Super Bowl champions approaching, the Parsons saga is casting a shadow over preparations.
For now, Schottenheimer insists he feels confident Parsons will suit up.
But the defensive star’s silence—and his social media signals—paint a far more uncertain picture.
What’s next: Will Jerry Jones cave and hand Parsons the record-breaking deal he’s chasing? Or are the Cowboys about to lose their most dominant defensive player in years?
