What happened: A Cowboys legend criticized Micah Parsons' behavior before Dallas traded him to Green Bay, calling it "ridiculous" in comments highlighted by Yahoo Sports. The criticism centers on the strained lead-up to Parsons' departure from the Cowboys and the fallout from one of the NFL's biggest recent roster moves.
Why it matters: The comments keep the Parsons split in focus during the 2026 offseason, with Dallas still being measured against the return it received and Green Bay against the cost of adding a star defender. For both teams, the story remains less about one quote than the longer-term judgment of whether the trade changed their trajectories.
By the numbers: Parsons was traded from the Dallas Cowboys to the Green Bay Packers on Aug. He later agreed to a four-year, $188 million extension with Green Bay and finished the 2025 season with 12.5 sacks before landing on injured reserve in December.
What to watch: Watch how Parsons' health and role develop entering the 2026 season. Dallas' defensive performance will continue to shape how the trade is viewed.