Overview

• ESPN's Adam Schefter reports there have been zero negotiations since late March or early April and sees little chance of a deal before Week 1.
• Micah Parsons publicly requested a trade on Aug. 1 and has not practiced or appeared in Dallas' preseason games.
• Owner Jerry Jones has downplayed the trade request and indicated the team may or may not talk, while retaining control via the fifth‑year option.
• NFL Network's Ian Rapoport says the Packers would be among the teams really interested if Dallas decides to explore a trade.
• Hall of Famer Troy Aikman warned Dallas' defense would falter without Parsons, underscoring his leverage and on‑field importance.