Cowboys: Micah Parsons keeps doing rare things
Micah Parsons has given the Dallas Cowboys a strong building block on their defense for years to come. In his first two seasons, Parsons has racked up 26.5 sacks, garnered two Pro Bowl nods, and won Defensive Rookie of the Year. Since Parsons came into the NFL, Parsons has been compared to one player, Hall […]
Micah Parsons has given the Dallas Cowboys a strong building block on their defense for years to come. In his first two seasons, Parsons has racked up 26.5 sacks, garnered two Pro Bowl nods, and won Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Since Parsons came into the NFL, Parsons has been compared to one player, Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor who played 13 seasons for the New York Giants. Those comparisons will increase after this season as Parsons became just the second defensive player since the NFL merger to be named first-team All-Pro in his first two years, joining Taylor.
Parsons had some struggles at the end of the season with an illness and injuries, but he was still a huge factor. He registered 13.5 sacks, 14 tackles for loss, three passes defended, three forced fumbles, and three fumble recoveries, and was tied for the most quarterback pressures with 90. Also, the former first-round pick led the NFL with six multi-sack games.
Being compared to a player the caliber of Taylor just proves the validity of Parsons, especially this early in his career. He's earned it, and opposing offenses better prepare for some long Sundays for years to come with the young lion patrolling his territory.
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