Micah Parsons is a former Penn State linebacker. He switched from playing as a defensive end back at high school to playing as a middle linebacker under the direction of his head coach, James Franklin.
Parsons ditched his remaining collegiate years and participated in the 2021 NFL draft. He was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the first round (12th overall).
What Team Is Micah Parsons On
Micah Parsons plays for the Dallas Cowboys and is currently in his second season with the team. Parsons agreed to a four-year, $17 million rookie deal with the Cowboys
Parsons won NFC Defensive Player of the Week in Week 8 after recording 11 tackles, including four for loss in a 20-16 victory over the Vikings. Parsons had at least one sack in each of the six games he played between Week 9 and Week 14.
With 12 sacks in the first 13 games of his career, he ranks fourth all-time in the NFL, behind only Julius Peppers (13), Reggie White (13), and Leslie O’Neal (12.5). Parsons finished the season with 84 tackles, 13 sacks, and three forced fumbles.
He received unanimous votes for Defensive Rookie of the Year, was elected into the Pro Bowl, and was named to the first team of All-Pro by the Associated Press.
What Is Micah Parsons’s Position?
Micah Parsons plays a linebacker. He played as a defensive end in high school but converted to a linebacker in college.
What Is Micah Parsons Jersey Number?
Micah Parsons wears the number 11 jersey for the Dallas Cowboys