Jerry Jones defends Micah Parsons over his seemingly harsh comments about Mike McCarthy post Eagles loss
In a recent advancement, Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones has come in defense of linebacker Micah Parsons. Parsons has come under fire for his comments which were understood as a jab at the current coach Mike McCarthy.
The Dallas Cowboys lost yet another game at poorly built AT&T Stadium to go 3-6 to the season. The chances of “America’s Team” making it to the playoffs have reduced to 1% as per The Athletic playoff predictor. Ahead of the season, Jones had acknowledged that they were ‘all-in’ and looking to end a longstanding drought. However, ten weeks into the season, the Cowboys are ravaged by internal disputes, with former players calling the team out, and a dying roster depth.
After the game, Parsons openly made a comment that could be perceived as a jibe at McCarthy. He acknowledged that he didn’t play for McCarthy, he wanted to win it for players who were nearing the end of their careers. Furthermore, Parsons noted that he wanted to win the title for them. Parsons later blamed the media for blowing things out of proportion and taking his words out of context.
Recent reports suggest Jerry Jones, the 82-year-old owner of the Cowboys, reverberated Parsons’ statement. They indicated that Jones said Parsons’ statements were aimed at the players and not intended as a critique of McCarthy.
It wasn’t meant as a critique of the coach. It was meant as a concern for veteran players, like Zack Martin, who might not have that much more left in their career. That’s how it was meant. There is no doubt in my mind that it was meant that way. Micah does not feel a lack of appreciation for (McCarthy). I visited extensively with everyone involved here.
Jerry Jones on 105.3 The Fan
Jones seems to build upon the “all-in” ideology he’s been projecting all season long. Jones, long criticized by the fans for his decisions, added he’s been keeping tabs diligently. The owner coming in to support the player also further amplified Marcus Spears’ allegations. Spears has accused the Parsons of throwing the coach under the bus to stay in Jones’ good books.
Mike Greenberg suggests Micah Parsons trade after salary cap mishandling
NFL analyst Mike Greenberg didn’t hold back in criticizing the Dallas Cowboys’ financial approach, especially the handling of the salary cap by Jerry Jones. Greenberg argued that Jones has “completely mishandled” the team’s cap strategy.
With contracts totaling over $386 million, tied up in players like Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and potentially Micah Parsons, Greenberg believes the Cowboys are now “in a terrible position.” Greenberg suggested that the team consider trading Parsons as a potential solution. Greenberg believes that time warrants the trade despite the whole thing being unconventional.
Amid the current controversies, the salary cap issue is a hot pot of boiling lava. The team, top to bottom, is under fire from fans for its current frail form, huddled with no wins at home and the constant media attention.
