Micah Parsons trade talks ‘are real’; Cowboys deal with Lions, Packers rumors

Micah Parsons could be traded, suddenly. An NFL insider on Thursday revealed some bad news for the Dallas Cowboys fans, declaring that ‘trade talks are real’.

Published on: Aug 29, 2025, 24:43:26 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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Micah Parsons could be traded, suddenly. An NFL insider on Thursday revealed some bad news for the Dallas Cowboys fans, declaring that ‘trade talks are real’. This comes as rumors about potential landing spots, especially Green Bay and Detroit, have gained momentum.

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Micah Parsons walks off the field after the game against the Atlanta Falcons (IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)

Parsons missed the entire preseason days after declaring that he wanted to leave the Cowboys amid a contract dispute. The 26-year-old was the only player not wearing a jersey on the sidelines. However, a controversy sprang when Parsons was seen lying down on a training table behind the team bench during Dallas' final preseason game.

While Micah complained about issues with his back, first-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer confirmed that an MRI was ‘clean’. The All-Pro addressed the viral photo, saying: “I'd never disrespect the guys out there fighting for their lives.”

Trade talks are legit

NFL insider Dan Graziano said he believes that Parsons will not take part in the Cowboys' games. "He could continue to sit out with what he says is a back injury, and the team says he's okay to play, and he says he's not, then they have a fight," he said on the Unsportsmanlike with Evan, Canty, and Michelle podcast.

"... and then there's the trade possibility, which I think at this point is more realistic than we've given it credit for."

Lions, Packers rumors

Green Bay has long been speculated to be Parsons' likely landing spot. Packers fullback John Kuhn posted a three-word tweet, “Micah Freaking Parsons,” sending fans into a frenzy.

The 2021 Defensive Rookie of the Year has also been linked to the Detroit Lions. However, Aidan Hutchinson addressed these rumors.

During an appearance with Kay Adams on the 'Up & Adams' show, he said: "What'd you just say? Micah in a Lions uniform? Is that the rumor going around? There's no way. I don't know, man. I mean, it'd be great to play with him, don't get me wrong. I think he's going to get his deal. It'd be a dangerous combo if we were together."

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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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