Micah Parsons had a successful college career at Penn State. The linebacker racked up staggering stats, including 4 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, 10 quarterback hurries, and 2 forced fumbles.
He made history by being the first freshman in the history of the Nittany Lions to ever lead the team in tackles.
Parsons also received numerous awards during his time at Penn State. He was named a Consensus All-American, the Butkus–Fitzgerald Linebacker of the Year, and the Cotton Bowl Defensive MVP as a sophomore in 2019
Concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic, Parsons decided to forego his senior year of college and enter the NFL draft in 2021, forgoing the 2020 season in the process.
Who Drafted Micah Parsons
Micah Parsons was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football league. His selection came in the first round.
When Was Micah Parsons Drafted?
Micah Parsons was drafted in the 2021 NFL draft. Parsons was selected in the first round (12th overall) by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2021 NFL Draft.
On June 9, 2021, Parsons signed his four-year rookie contract with a total value of $17 million. Following the 2021 season, Parsons was honored as the Defensive Rookie of the Year by the National Football League.