When the Dallas Cowboys traded defensive end Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers before the season began, they added a unique clause to the deal, one that suggests they were concerned about the Eagles trying to acquire him.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Cowboys had a clause added to the deal that stated the Packers would give them a 2028 first-round pick if Parsons was traded to an NFC East team in 2025 or 2026.
Before Parsons was traded, the Eagles had approached the Cowboys about his availability, reportedly offering at least two first-round draft picks, a third-round selection and a fifth-round pick.
However, the Cowboys preferred not to face their former player twice a season. The Packers eventually sent a 2026 first-round pick, a 2027 first-round pick and defensive tackle Kenny Clark in exchange for Parsons and then signed him to a four-year, $188 million extension with $120 million fully guaranteed, making it the highest non-quarterback contract ever.
Parsons, a two-time All-Pro and four-time Pro Bowl selection in each of his four seasons in the league, has changed the complexion of the Packers’ defense. Not only does he have 6.5 sacks and 44 quarterback pressures, but his impact has helped his teammates get more one-on-one pass-rushing opportunities, helping defensive end Rashan Gary record 7.5 sacks, which ties him for fifth in the league.
The Eagles moved their focus to other edge rushers, eventually acquiring Jaelan Phillips from the Miami Dolphins for a 2026 third-round pick.
Parsons and the Packers will host the Eagles on Monday night at Lambeau Field.
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