Micah Parsons trade row: Cowboys get positive update amid anti-Jerry Jones protests; ‘he might stay’

Micah Parsons and the Cowboys have yet to make a decision on the future of the defensive end with the franchise. On Saturday, Dallas received some good news

Published on: Aug 3, 2025, 01:43:47 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys have yet to make a firm decision on the future of the defensive end with the franchise. The 26-year-old confirmed on Friday that he has requested a trade after Jerry Jones and co failed to agree on his extension terms. CeeDee Lamb and Trevon Diggs are among the several Cowboys players who supported Parsons, urging the management to retain him.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback C.J. Goodwin, left, talks with defensive end Micah Parsons during training camp (AP)

However, the Cowboys are mum. “I’m not going to continue to talk about Micah’s contract situation,” coach Brian Schottenheimer said Saturday via ESPN NFL reporter Todd Archer. He further added that he hopes that the four-time Pro Bowler and two-time first-team All-Pro remains in practice.

And things turned out as Schottenheimer planned. Parsons showed up for practice on Saturday. ESPN's Todd Archer reported that the 26-year-old was on the field, but ‘he’s not in his No. 11 jersey for the first time in camp’.

Parsons practiced as several fans protested against Cowboys owner Jerry Jones just outside the training facility. ‘Fire Jerry Jones, ’ a poster read.

Fans are hoping Micah Parsons, the Cowboys' defensive mainstay since being drafted in 2021, will stay back.

“It seems like Parsons will stay,” one person noted on X, platform formerly known as Twitter. “Is this a sign?” another one speculated, posting a photo of Micah practicing on Saturday.

‘I no longer want to play for the Dallas Cowboys’

The latest developments come a day after Parsons requested a trade on Friday, declaring on social media that "I no longer want to play for the Dallas Cowboys."

Prior to Saturday, he was not taking part in on-field activities at training camp while seeking a long-term extension that would make him one of the league's highest-paid defensive players.

"Yes I wanted to be here. I did everything I could to show that I wanted to be a Cowboys and wear the star on my helmet," Parsons wrote.

“Unfortunately, I no longer want to be here. I no longer want to be held to close door negotiations without my agent present. I no longer want shots taken at me for getting injured while laying it on the line for the organization our fans and my teammates. I no longer want narratives created and spread to the media about me,” he added.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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