Micah Parsons isn’t just hunting quarterbacks these days—he’s on the prowl for something entirely different. No, not another Defensive Player of the Year nod. Not even a new contract (though we’ll get to that circus in a minute). Right now, Parsons is on a mission to build the ultimate gaming setup.
It all started with a tweet—simple, direct, and very on-brand for Parsons. “Who does custom gaming room set ups?” he asked. Instantly, 561K eyes locked onto it, brands circling like agents on draft night. Then, like clockwork, Trevon Diggs jumped in: “Get me one too. On you.”
Naturally, where Parsons goes, Diggs follows. Because if one Cowboy’s getting a custom gaming rig, you better believe the other is cashing in too. And Parsons? Ever the teammate, ever the brother, responded with the kind of confidence that makes QBs sweat: “I gotchu brudda.”
I gotchu brudda! https://t.co/3ypH5hgKO7
— Micah Parsons (@MicahhParsons11) March 26, 2025
Now, let’s pause. We know Parsons is that guy on the field—a two-time First-Team All-Pro, a generational pass-rushing nightmare. But what’s with the sudden interest in gaming? Well, if you’ve been paying attention, this isn’t new.
Parsons has been dabbling in the gaming world for a while. He’s played Madden with other NFL players, streamed, and clearly has the itch to level up—literally. And Diggs? He’s no stranger to gaming either, having played Fall Guys with FaZe Swagg and even getting mic’d up at a Dallas Stars vs. Edmonton Oilers game. So, yeah, if they aren’t riling offenses on Sundays, you know they are frustrating opponents worldwide on a video game.
But here’s where it gets interesting—this all ties into something bigger. Micah is currently navigating one of the most high-stakes contract negotiations with the team. Yet, the Cowboys are playing their usual game of let’s stretch this out, and the delay is fueling trade rumors. So, what does Parsons do while Jerry Jones takes his sweet time? He finds a side project.
And let’s be honest, this isn’t just about gaming—it’s about setting up his ideal environment. An escape. However, you can’t keep a baller on a leash for this long. Especially when he has laid out his demands out in the open.
Did someone say highest paid defensive player? Micah Parsons wants that title
Micah Parsons wants it big. Now that he’d be off rookie payroll (which is a mere $17 million for 4 years, for a player of his caliber!). And if the Cowboys don’t step up soon, they might be chasing him instead. Contract talks have been circling for months, but one thing is clear: Parsons is on track to become one of the highest-paid defenders in NFL history.
How high? Think north of $40 million per year. And while Jerry Jones is playing the waiting game, the market isn’t slowing down. Every delay means a bigger price tag, and Parsons’ value isn’t exactly trending downward.
At 25, Parsons has already racked up multiple All-Pro nods, dominated offenses, and turned game plans into confetti. He’s on the fifth-year option of his rookie deal, meaning the Cowboys are officially on the clock. Lock him in now, or risk the franchise tag dance later. The Cowboys could play hardball, stretch negotiations, and hope for a “team-friendly” deal.
This isn’t just about Parsons, though. The Cowboys also have extensions looming for Tyler Smith, DaRon Bland, and Jake Ferguson. They’ve freed up over $55 million in cap space, but so far, it’s been all quiet on the contract front. Smith, a Pro Bowler and future O-line cornerstone, is waiting. Bland, who shattered the pick-six record, is waiting. Ferguson, coming off a solid season, is waiting.
The Cowboys are playing a delicate game, balancing long-term flexibility with keeping their stars happy. The problem? Waiting has never made contracts cheaper.
And let’s talk leverage. Parsons has plenty. He’s watching what happened with CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott—both getting massive deals after drawn-out negotiations. He knows the Cowboys can’t afford to let him walk. The front office says they want him for life. Parsons says he wants to be a Cowboy for life.
So what’s the holdup? If you don’t pay your generational talent like the ONE. Then, obviously, you’d be in the headlines. Nothing more. Playing the long game might save a few dollars now, but JJ can’t afford to lose his #11, the Big D will never gulp that down.
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