"It's almost akin to an option quarterback," Jones said during the interview with USA Today. "He can step out, he can either hand it to that guy going down the line, or he can come on out and keep it, or he can pitch it. Three different things. The longer you give him to get to the sideline, the better chance you've got to make the better play.

“Checkmate”: Micah Parsons’ Brother Sends Clear Message to Jerry Jones After Trade Request originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Dallas Cowboys defensive end Micah Parsons has been the team's defensive anchor since his rookie season in 2021. Just last season, he became the sixth player ever to exceed 50 sacks in his first four seasons in the NFL.