Dallas Cowboys trade Micah Parsons to Green Bay Packers one year later
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 8:41 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
A year after the Dallas Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers for two first-round draft picks, the evaluation of the deal continues. Initially viewed as favorable for the Packers, Parsons' recurring injuries have led to questions about the trade's value. Parsons, a top defensive player, missed time last season and is set to miss part of the 2026 season due to ongoing recovery. The Cowboys utilized one of the picks to select Caleb Downs and another for Malachi Lawrence, reallocating funds previously designated for Parsons to bolster their defensive lineup through free agency.
- •Micah Parsons traded to the Packers for two first-round picks.
- •Parsons has faced injuries, missing significant playing time.
- •Cowboys drafted Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence with trade picks.
- •Funds saved on Parsons were used to strengthen Dallas' defense.
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