Micah Parsons landing with the Patriots felt like a pipe dream when it was initially speculated months ago. It still feels far-fetched even though the Cowboys superstar is on a short list of NFL players worth trading the fourth overall pick for.
Parsons, however, is more frustrated now than before. That’s crystal clear after the four-time Pro Bowler took issue with comments made by Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, who took aim at Parsons’ agent David Mulugheta.
“The agent is not a factor here, or something to worry about. And I don’t know his name,” Jones told reporters at the annual league meeting, per The Athletic’s Jon Machota. “My point is I’m not trying to demean him in any way, but this isn’t about an agent.”
Even though Jones offered a no-disrespect qualifier, that’s exactly how Parsons took it. As would anyone else.
“Facts!! David is the best and I will not be doing any deal without @DavidMulugheta involved!” Parsons posted on X hours after the comments. “Like anyone with good sense I hired experts for a reason. There is no one I trust more when it comes to negotiating contracts than David. There will be no backdoors in this contract negotiation.”
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Parsons is entering the final year of his rookie contract after Dallas picked up his fifth-year option.
Does Parsons’ social media post mean he’s on the trade block? No, it doesn’t. But there’s something to be said about the public callout, especially since it was reported in mid-February that Parsons has deteriorating relationships inside the organization.
The Patriots should call the Cowboys. A two-time First Team All-Pro and Defensive Rookie of the Year winner, Parsons would be a exciting chess piece for Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. He’d provide New England with another blue-chip player and fit its timeline for contention.
Parsons is worth pursuing even if it costs a staggering trade package, including the No. 4 pick. And who knows, maybe the needle moved even the slightest bit in Dallas after the back-and-forth.
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