Cowboys Trade Micah Parsons Packers in Major NFL Deal

The Dallas Cowboys traded star linebacker Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers after stalled contract negotiations that reportedly became personal, a move that surprised many fans and players. Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott publicly addressed the trade, acknowledging the difficult negotiations and expressing uncertainty over whether the team is better without Parsons, though he emphasized the need to prove themselves regardless. Parsons, a four-time Pro Bowler and one of the NFL's premier linebackers, joins the Packers just before their season opener against the Detroit Lions, where his impact on the defense remains to be fully seen due to limited practice time. Detroit's coach Dan Campbell acknowledged Parsons as a strong player but indicated they are preparing a plan to face the new Packers defense. Meanwhile, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer and players have moved on, focusing on the upcoming season despite the emotional and professional challenges of losing Parsons. The trade sent defensive lineman Kenny Clark and two future first-round picks to Dallas, with Prescott hopeful about Clark's leadership and contribution to the team.