After many days of doubt, Mike McCarthy is finally out of the Dallas Cowboys head coaching position after ending his contract in the final of the 2024 NFL season. Micah Parsons is one of the key players of The Americaâs Team and broke his silence to share his toughs about the situation.
The relationship between Parsons and McCarthy had ups and downs throughout the year, with some blunt statements from the linebacker about McCarthyâs driving, when he said that âMike can leave and go wherever he wants. Itâs above my pay grade whether he comes back to coach next year or notâ.
However, some time later, with the season ending in disappointment for the Cowboys, Parsonsâ opinion no longer seems so bereft. As it turns out, the Dallas franchise figure sent a clear message to express that he is concerned about the coaching change.
Parsons broke silence on McCarthy exit
âIt is devastating. Itâs gonna be a complete reset. Obviously Iâm very sad about the relationship we had with Coach McCarthy and all heâs done for our team. Heâs a great father, a great coach. One of the winningest coaches. Heâs always been good to us as a team. His loss hurtsâ, declared Parsons in The Edge with Micah Parsons podcast, remembering McCarthy, his only career coach.
Linebacker Micah Parsons #11 of the Dallas Cowboys reacts to a sack against the Arizona Cardinals during the NFL game at State Farm Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the Cowboys 28-16.
Who will replace Mike McCarthy at the Cowboys?
The dance of names to be the new head coach of the Cowboys had already begun during the regular season that ended a few days ago. However, now that the final decision on McCarthyâs future has been made, there are no longer distant rumors, but certain searches.
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Micah Parsonsâ special contract situation with the Cowboys
Parsons is in a special position with Dallas because of his potential new contract. The 25-year-old linebacker has made it clear that he is invested in his teamâs well-being and is willing to play with a team option worth $24 million in 2025 in order to keep the Cowboysâ star players from getting cut. There is no word on a possible extension at this time.
