Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons is not shy about voicing his opinions on social media, even if it sometimes leads to an argument.
Like the rest of the NFL world, Parsons watched on Christmas night as San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy threw four interceptions in a 33-19 home loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Parsons made his criticism of Purdy’s MVP candidacy public by posting a pair of comments on X.
“Down 21 and there no shots or development throws!” Parsons wrote. “Should tell you all you need to know!
“So is MVP numbers, wins, strength of schedule, interceptions do or don’t matter?! Like what’s the qualification because we’re all over this year!!” Parsons continued.
Micah Parsons, Dak Prescott and Michael Irvin
Parsons comments caught the attention of 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel, who defended his teammate while questioning Parsons’ priorities.
.@michaelirvin88 warns Micah Parsons after going back and forth with Deebo Samuel:
“It will absolutely get SF more hyped, but he has to match it. Focus on winning.” pic.twitter.com/2POfxoIBfr
— UNDISPUTED (@undisputed) December 28, 2023
“Bro, we beat you 42 to, like, whatever the score may be,” Samuel said. “I don’t get why he’s so bothered by what we’ve got going on over here or whatever the case may be. … Like, I don’t understand where you’re going with that.”
Now, the latest chapter in this “saga” involves Cowboys Hall of Fame receiver Michael Irvin. Appearing on Fox Sports’ Undisputed, the Cowboys icon warned Parsons about getting too wrapped up in the trash talk, especially with a potential playoff rematch against the 49ers still in the cards.
As the Cowboys look to win their first Super Bowl since Irvin was playing, putting their head down and quietly going about their business is some solid advice.
