Parsons will be ready vs Eagles: Cowboys confident, despite lack of agreement

Micah Parsons still without a deal with the Cowboys, but ready for the season start

At the Dallas Cowboys training camp, Micah Parsons’ contract situation remains unresolved. Despite this, coach Brian Schottenheimer is optimistic about the star player’s participation in the first game of the season against the Philadelphia Eagles, scheduled for September 4th.

“I think at the end of the day, we feel like Micah will be on the field when we face Philadelphia in about 15 days,” Schottenheimer stated.
Brian Schottenheimer

Parsons has not participated in camp practices, but he has been present at team meetings and light workouts. At the beginning of camp, he mentioned back discomfort and received treatment in Oxnard. So far, there have been no conversations between the Cowboys and Parsons’ agent, David Mulugheta, about a new contract. Owner and general manager Jerry Jones indicated that a preliminary agreement was reached in March, but there has been no progress since then. Parsons has a salary of $21.324 million for this season, corresponding to the fifth-year option of his rookie contract. After this week, and once the 53-player roster is defined, the Cowboys will have few practices to focus on the Eagles. Schottenheimer trusts Parsons’ preparation.

“Micah takes very good care of his body. Although we would prefer him to be on the field, he will be prepared,” Schottenheimer added.
Brian Schottenheimer

Schottenheimer also highlighted the importance of Parsons participating in light training and team meetings, allowing him to understand the plays and strategies to be used. Although the lack of on-field work could increase the risk of injury, Schottenheimer trusts the training staff and Parsons’ ability to perform. The coach emphasized that Parsons can still pressure the quarterback and make important plays. The deadline for the Cowboys to set their roster is Tuesday. Parsons’ availability will influence the team’s decisions, which could lead to keeping an extra player at the pass rusher position.