Cowboys Coach Brian Schottenheimer Promises ‘Talk To’ Micah Parsons After He Lies On Medical Table ‘Asleep’ During Falcons Game

The Dallas Cowboys were playing the Atlanta Falcons in the last few games of the preseason when Micah Parsons was spotted without a jersey.

It was the third quarter when Parsons was seen lying on a medical table behind the Cowboys’ bench, sparking interest in his future. Earlier in the day, Parsons had a magnetic resonance imaging, (MRI), because of complaints of back soreness. Results from the MRI showed no structural damage, reassuring the team that their linebacker showed no injury.

During the game, while Parsons was lying on the medical table, he looked like he was asleep. This act was seen by many as disrespectful toward the fans, the Cowboys’ organization and his teammates.

Many have speculated that these acts are a way to gain attention and either get traded or receive an extension of his contract. At the beginning of August, Parsons made a formal request to be traded, saying he “no longer wants to play for the Dallas Cowboys.” The request was denied by the team.

Meanwhile, Cowboys owner and general manager, Jerry Jones, has labeled this as a “part of the negotiations for a contract extension.” Head coach Brian Schottenheimer is set to meet with linebacker Micah Parsons on Sunday to discuss recent events.

Until they have their meeting, Coach Schottenheimer will not talk publicly about the incident.

Eyes are set on week one of the NFL season, as the Cowboys play the Philadelphia Eagles on September 4.