Jerry Jones calls Micah Parsons trade central to Cowboys' defense overhaul

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Jerry Jones calls Micah Parsons trade central to Cowboys' defense overhaul
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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones spoke about the impact of the Micah Parsons trade during a press conference in Oxnard, California, on August 13. He highlighted that the trade, which brought in a first-round pick and defensive tackle Kenny Clark from Green Bay, was pivotal in revamping the team's defense. Jones compared the deal to the historic Herschel Walker trade that set up the Cowboys' success in the 1990s. He expressed satisfaction with the team’s acquisitions following the trade, ultimately resulting in a three-year contract extension for Quinnen Williams worth $105.9 million.

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  • Parsons trade included a first-round pick and Kenny Clark.
  • Jones emphasized how trade instigated defensive revamps.
  • Quinnen Williams signed a three-year deal worth $105.9 million.
  • Jones compares trade to famous Herschel Walker deal.
  • Press conference held on August 13 in Oxnard, California.
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The Cowboys got a first-round pick and Kenny Clark in the Parsons deal, and eventually sent one of their first-rounders for Quinnen Williams.

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