Jerry Jones comes in defense of Micah Parsons after the latter received criticism for his statements amid a loss to Philadelphia Eagles.
In a recent advancement, Dallas Cowboys owner and general managerĀ Jerry JonesĀ has come in defense of linebackerĀ Micah Parsons.Ā Parsons has come under fire for his comments which were understood as a jab at the current coachĀ Mike McCarthy.
The Dallas Cowboys lost yet another game atĀ poorly built AT&T StadiumĀ to go 3-6 to the season. The chances of āAmericaās Teamā making it to the playoffsĀ have reduced to 1%Ā as per The Athletic playoff predictor. Ahead of the season, Jones had acknowledged that they were āall-inā 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 didnāt 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 forĀ blowing things out of proportionĀ and taking his words out of context.
Recent reports suggest Jerry Jones, the 82-year-old owner of the Cowboys, reverberated Parsonsā statement. They indicated that Jones said Parsonsā statements were aimed at the players and not intended as a critique of McCarthy.
It wasnāt 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. Thatās 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 āall-inā ideology heās been projecting all season long. Jones, long criticized by the fans for his decisions, added heās been keeping tabs diligently. The owner coming in to support the player also further amplifiedĀ Marcus SpearsāĀ allegations. Spears has accused the Parsons of throwing the coach under the busĀ to stay in Jonesā good books.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones onĀ @1053thefanĀ on Micah Parsons’ postgame comments Sunday about Mike 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’sā¦
ā Jon Machota (@jonmachota)Ā November 12, 2024
Mike Greenberg suggests Micah Parsons trade after salary cap mishandling
NFL analystĀ Mike GreenbergĀ didnāt hold back in criticizing theĀ Dallas Cowboysā financial approach, especially the handling of the salary cap by Jerry Jones. Greenberg argued that Jones has ācompletely mishandledā the teamās cap strategy.
With contracts totaling over $386 million, tied up in players likeĀ Dak Prescott,Ā CeeDee Lamb, and potentially Micah Parsons, Greenberg believes the Cowboys are now āin a terrible position.ā 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.
Mike Greenberg on Micah Parsons: “I’m going to start calling him Herschel Parsonsā¦ I’m not saying they should trade Micah Parsons because he isn’t a great player. I’m saying they should trade Micah Parsons because they have painted themselves into a terrible position.”Ā pic.twitter.com/q7gK9jdvaX
ā Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing)Ā November 12, 2024
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.
