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American Football Biography

Micah Parsons

“The Terminator”

American flag American · Great Falls, USA · Born 26 May 1999

Linebacker

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American football linebacker/defensive end known for his versatility, speed, and impact as one of the NFL's premier pass rushers and run defenders.

Micah Parsons is a dominant pass rusher and linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys who has redefined the edge rusher position since his 2021 rookie season. A consensus top-three pick in most drafts, Parsons was the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2021 and has been a Pro Bowl selection in each of his first three seasons. His rare combination of speed, strength, and football IQ makes him the most feared defender in the modern NFL.

Famous For

Explosive pass rush, defensive versatility, record-breaking rookie season

Playing Style

How They Played

Athletic pass rusher who can play multiple positions, exceptional speed and motor

Legacy

Lasting Impact

Transformed modern linebacker position with unique combination of speed and power

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • Defensive Rookie of the Year 2021
  • Pro Bowl 4x
  • DPOY nominee 3x
  • All-Pro 3x
  • Big Ten Linebacker of the Year 2019
  • Butkus-Fitzgerald Linebacker of the Year 2019
Team Career
Team Period Games Jersey
Dallas Cowboys2021–202463#11
Penn State Nittany Lions2018–202026
Green Bay Packers2025–14
Career Journey

Timeline

2018 🎯 College debut at Penn State
2019 🥇 Big Ten Linebacker of the Year
2020 🎯 Opted out of college season for NFL Draft
2021 🎯 NFL Draft 12th overall pick by Dallas Cowboys
2021 🎯 NFL debut vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2021 🥇 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year
2022 🎯 First player with 13+ sacks as linebacker since 1982
2023 🥇 DPOY runner-up; three consecutive seasons with 13+ sacks
2024 🎯 Signed record-breaking extension with Dallas Cowboys