Eagles Reportedly Sought Micah Parsons Trade, Cowboys Refused NFC East Deal

The Philadelphia Eagles made a strong attempt to acquire star linebacker Micah Parsons from the Dallas Cowboys during the offseason, as reported by multiple sources. However, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and the team were unwilling to trade Parsons to a divisional rival, particularly the Eagles, despite the Eagles' aggressive front office and history of bold moves. Parsons was ultimately traded to the Green Bay Packers, where he signed a record-breaking four-year contract. The Eagles, fresh off their Super Bowl victory, will open the 2025 NFL season against the Cowboys, who will face Parsons again in Week 4. Although the trade did not materialize, the pursuit of Parsons highlighted the intensity of the NFC East rivalry and the Eagles' desire to strengthen their roster with former Penn State stars. The Cowboys' refusal to trade Parsons within the division prevented an additional dramatic subplot in the season opener.