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Micah Parsons says goodbye to Dallas amid broken hearts, apologies, and jerseys on clearance

Micah Parsons is gone, and the Cowboys are mourning with markdowns

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Micah Parsons is no longer a Dallas Cowboys player. What seemed unthinkable just weeks ago has become reality. The two-time All-Pro was traded to the Green Bay Packers in a move that shook the NFL to its core. In return, the Cowboys received two first-round picks (2026 and 2027) and defensive tackle Kenny Clark, a three-time Pro Bowler.

But beyond the football impact, Micah Parsons’ departure left a deep emotional scar. A viral video showed a young Cowboys fan bursting into tears upon hearing the news. The moment was so raw that Parsons himself responded on social media with a short but heartfelt “I’m sorry!” The gesture, reported by FirstSportz, revealed that the bond between Micah Parsons and the fanbase went far beyond stats and sacks.

 

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Micah Parsons jerseys on clearance

The sadness didn’t stay online. At the Cowboys’ official store in Frisco, Texas, Micah Parsons jerseys dropped from $250 to just $30. Images shared by outlets like FanRecap showed racks full of untouched jerseys. In another video, a father received a  Parsons jersey as a birthday gift—right after the trade announcement. His reaction: tossing it onto the couch with quiet frustration. That simple gesture summed up the mood of thousands of fans.

Micah Parsons, who racked up over 50 sacks in his first four seasons and earned two All-Pro selections, was far more than a dominant player. He was the emotional engine of the defense, the face of a generation that dreamed of seeing the Cowboys back in the Super Bowl. His exit wasn’t about money—Parsons was willing to accept the team’s offer—but tensions with Jerry Jones and how his agent was treated ultimately fractured the relationship.

 

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Social media blew up over his jersey number

In Green Bay, Micah Parsons signed a four-year, $188 million deal, with $120 million guaranteed. His arrival instantly makes the Packers serious contenders. Meanwhile, the Cowboys are left to rebuild their defense with Kenny Clark as the centerpiece. Clark is a solid player, but he doesn’t bring the same disruptive force that Parsons did—and fans know it.

Social media also exploded over another detail: Micah Parsons chose number 1 for his new Packers jersey. That number is historically tied to Curly Lambeau, the team’s founder. Many saw it as disrespectful, and the backlash came quickly.

Micah Parsons’ departure is a reminder that professional sports, no matter how passionate, are still a business. But it also proves that some players transcend the field. Parsons isn’t just leaving with stats—he’s leaving with the heart of a fanbase that, for now, finds no comfort, not even in the clearance rack.

 

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