Micah Parsons' Comments Stir Controversy Over Cowboys' Mike McCarthy
The Dallas Cowboys face internal turmoil as Micah Parsons' remarks about head coach Mike McCarthy spark criticism and raise questions about team dynamics.
- Micah Parsons expressed concern for veteran players like Zack Martin over head coach Mike McCarthy, leading to backlash from pundits and former NFL coaches.
- Parsons clarified his comments, stating he never intended to criticize McCarthy and emphasizing his respect for the coach's career achievements.
- The controversy arises amid a challenging season for the Cowboys, who are 3-6 and dealing with injuries, including Dak Prescott's potential season-ending hamstring injury.
- Critics like Rex Ryan and Damien Woody have publicly denounced Parsons' remarks, calling them disrespectful to the coaching staff.
- Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has defended Parsons, attributing his comments to concern for veteran teammates and maintaining support for McCarthy despite the team's struggles.