6 Micah Parsons landing spots with Cowboys trade rumors swirling
The Micah Parsons saga with the Dallas Cowboys took quite a turn on Friday.
With the superstar pass-rusher looking for a new, huge contract and having heard some odd jabs from Jerry Jones before training camp, things have seemed OK for the time being.
But then? The Athletic's Dianna Russini posted this on X (formerly Twitter): "The Micah Parsons-Cowboys relationship has deteriorated to the point where the star pass rusher is considering drastic measures which could include a trade request or even a declaration that he is severing his relationship with the team, per multiple league sources familiar with the situation."
WELP. So this isn't a full on trade request, but perhaps a shot across the bow to warn the franchise to get busy getting him paid.
But if he does ask for a trade? Here are five possible destinations:
Buffalo Bills
The Bills couldn't be more all in on winning a Super Bowl. And despite the fact that Joey Bosa has joined the team, they could absolutely use another pass-rusher from the linebacker corps.
Los Angeles Chargers
Khalil Mack is still around but getting long in the tooth. Tuli Tuipulotu and his eight sacks last year could use the help. This feels like a no-brainer for Jim Harbaugh's squad.
Seattle Seahawks
Leonard Williams isn't getting any younger. Same goes for DeMarcus Lawrence. Maybe the Seahawks think about giving up a ton to lock up Parsons, which might fit their timeline.
Washington Commanders
Look: I doubt Jones wants to trade Parsons within the division and see him wreak havoc twice a year. But the Commanders could REALLY use a pass-rusher as they try to contend.
Chicago Bears
The offense? That's totally fine under Ben Johnson. But the pass rush has Montez Sweat and not a ton otherwise. The Bears could absolutely use the help from a guy like Parsons
Detroit Lions
The Super Bowl window is open in Motor City. Aidan Hutchinson is coming back from that horrible injury, so why not add another body to rush the QB?
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