Jerry Jones has made his stance on Micah Parsons clear, stating bluntly that Dak Prescott was “indispensable” while the linebacker was not in remarks that shed new light on the fractured relationship that led to Parsons‘ departure from the Dallas Cowboys.
The Cowboys‘ offseason was defined by the fallout of contract negotiations with their former All-Pro star as Parsons, who had emerged as one of the league’s most dominant defenders, sought an extension that matched his market value.
Instead, the team front office had committed its resources to Prescott the year prior, awarding the veteran quarterback a four-year, $240 million deal as well as CeeDee Lamb in 2024 too, whilst in 2025 they focused on solidifying depth.
“It’s very simple: Dak was indispensable in my mind,” Jones said. “Micah wasn’t. It’s just numbers.
“It’s that easy. And that’s not personal at all.”
The 26-year-old defender was ultimately traded to the Green Bay Packers prior to the start of the season, closing his chapter in Dallas.
His first appearance back at AT&T Stadium came on Sunday night, and while the game itself ended dramatically, it was Jones‘ repeated criticism of Parsons that drew the most attention.
Ahead of the matchup, the Cowboys owner again highlighted Parsons‘ limitations despite his accolades.
“While he does make great plays,” Jones said. “There is also a way to approach playing against Micah as we know.
“Because we didn’t exactly win the Super Bowl those years.”
On the field, Parsons had a defining moment when he broke through to sack Prescott during overtime, preventing what could have been a game-winning touchdown drive for his former team.
Even so, the Cowboys‘ quarterback delivered a strong performance, completing 31 of 40 passes for 319 yards and three touchdowns. Dallas, however, remained winless through four games.
After the contest, tensions eased when Parsons and Prescott exchanged words of mutual respect in a postgame embrace.
“I’ll always believe in you, boy,” Parsons told Prescott. “I’ll see you soon.”
Cowboys-Packers unable to be split in 40-40 thriller
The game itself was an offensive showcase, as the Cowboys and Packers battled to a rare 40-40 tie at AT&T Stadium. Parsons’ return added extra intrigue, but it was the quarterbacks who dictated the pace in a contest filled with late drama.
In the closing minutes of regulation, Prescott led Dallas on a rapid four-play, 54-yard drive, capped by a 28-yard touchdown pass to George Pickens.
That score gave the Cowboys a narrow lead, only for Jordan Love to guide the Packers downfield and set up a game-tying 53-yard field goal from Brandon McManus.
Overtime proved equally tense. Prescott moved Dallas deep into Green Bay territory, aided by Jalen Tolbert‘s acrobatic sideline catch, but Parsons’ sack stalled the drive. The Cowboys settled for a short field goal.
Love responded with poise, engineering another march down the field before McManus again delivered, drilling a kick as time expired to ensure the stalemate.
Love finished 31-of-43 for 337 yards and three touchdowns, all to Romeo Doubs, who totaled six receptions for 58 yards.
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