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Micah Parsons predicts Cowboys will finish second in NFC East

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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Micah Parsons predicts Cowboys will finish second in NFC East

Summary

Micah Parsons, former linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys, anticipates that the Cowboys will secure the second position in the NFC East for the 2026 season. Despite a disappointing 2025 season with only seven victories, the Cowboys have bolstered their defense with new additions like Rashan Gary and Von Miller. Parsons predicts the Philadelphia Eagles will win the division again, citing their impressive team structure and past performance, including a Super Bowl victory two years ago. He forecasts the Washington Commanders and New York Giants will finish third and fourth, respectively.

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By the Numbers

•Parsons expects the Cowboys to finish second behind the Eagles in the NFC East.
•Dallas improved its defense with key signings this offseason.
•The Eagles have won the division the last two seasons and are recent Super Bowl champions.
•Parsons believes the Commanders and Giants will place third and fourth, respectively.

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Former Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons has predicted the NFC East standings in the 2026 season. Parsons spent the first four seasons of his career with the Cowboys before he was traded to the Green Bay Packers last offseason.
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