Any fan of the Dallas Cowboys will tell you that Micah Parsons is among the top players in the game right now. This makes sense in light of the linebacker’s three-year league experience. With his dominant play, Parsons has caused coaches and opposing players issues. He is an unstoppable force on the defensive end. Cowboys supporters are undoubtedly thrilled to have the 24-year-old back in action, but according to a recent rumor, Parsons might not feel the same way.
Shan Shariff of 105.3 The Fan claims that Parsons is “worn thin” by the company.
Shariff remarked, “I’ve heard from way too many people this offseason.” “Micah has worn thin there, according to at least four distinct persons who have told me this. I’m not sure how much of his reputation is harmed and how much is accurate. I’m not sure whether this is how a normal superstar acts. I’m not sure how harmful it is.
The media personality continued, “But all I do know is this: I’ve heard from way too many people that there would be a decent amount of people inside the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco smiling or breathing a sigh of relief if Micah Parsons was out of there.”
Shariff made his remarks during a difficult moment for the linebacker. After another heartbreaking Dallas playoff loss, Parsons has come under fire. In addition to the media mocking the Cowboys’ on-field performance, retired NFL players chastised Parsons.
After the Cowboys’ January Wild Card loss that ended the season, former receiver Jesse Holley called the rookie defender Parsons “selfish.”
Holley remarked, “I think Michah Parsons is the most self-centered player on this football team.” Micah Parsons feels that playing linebacker would be too much responsibility, which is one of the reasons he does not want to do it. Perhaps it’s just his youthful nature. Micah has no desire to learn. Although Micah doesn’t want to concentrate, I firmly think Micah wants to succeed for Micah. (as Daniel Chavkin of Sports Illustrated states)
Even back in February, Bart Scott, a former linebacker with the Baltimore Ravens, questioned Parsons’ ability to lead.
“His leadership is lacking,” Scott remarked. “He doesn’t know what it takes to win in this league.” Is he a superb athlete? Yes, but being a great athlete alone does not equate to becoming a great leader. (Wim Hamm of Sports Illustrated)
Ouch, it really shows how to show off. It begs the question of why Parsons is on everyone’s mind with all the gossip and fault-finding that goes on. Is it that he is a Cowboys player? Is it because he’s one of the best pass rushers in the NFL and is held to such high standards? Is it because Parsons always has to stand up for himself and his teammates in the face of all the chaos?
One thing will never be taken away, regardless of the response to that question: Parsons’ influence on the game.
Micah Parsons is one of the reasons the Cowboys have been a postseason contender every year, regardless of one’s opinion of the linebacker. Last year, in 17 starts during the regular season, the 24-year-old recorded 64 total tackles (36 solo, 28 assisted) and 14.0 sacks. The three-time Pro Bowler has recorded 40.5 sacks, 213 total tackles (142 solo and 71 assisted), eight passes defended, and seven caused fumbles in his three seasons with the Cowboys.
In addition to winning Defensive Rookie of the Year in his first season, he was voted a finalist for the Defensive Player of the Year Award the previous two years.
There will always be gossip and chatter. That is, after all, the cost of being famous. Nevertheless, Micah Parsons remains a Cowboy and is anticipated to have another successful season with the team in 2024, provided there is no formal announcement of any kind.
