Cowboys Coach Schottenheimer Plans Meeting With Micah Parsons After Sideline Incident

Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer plans to meet with star edge rusher Micah Parsons to discuss Parsons' behavior during the team's preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons, where he was seen lying on a medical table behind the bench and was the only player not wearing a jersey. Parsons, who is in the midst of a contract dispute and has requested a trade, had an MRI on his reportedly sore back that came back clean, though Cowboys owner Jerry Jones suggested the injury is related to stalled contract negotiations rather than a serious issue. Schottenheimer emphasized needing to understand Parsons' actions before commenting further but remains confident Parsons will be available for the Cowboys' season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. The team will consider Parsons' uncertain status when finalizing the 53-man roster, relying on depth at the defensive end position. Meanwhile, cornerback Trevon Diggs is expected to be activated off the physically unable to perform list and may be ready for Week 1, with his return contingent on mutual decisions. The Cowboys face pressure to resolve Parsons' contract situation as his involvement is seen as critical to their success this season.