Dallas Cowboys star linebacker Micah Parsons expresses his sadness and devastation over the team's decision to fire head coach Mike McCarthy. Parsons highlights McCarthy's positive impact on the program and acknowledges the disappointing season.
The Dallas Cowboys find themselves searching for a new head coach after parting ways with Mike McCarthy, and their star linebacker Micah Parsons is understandably devastated by the decision. Parsons, speaking on his podcast 'The Edge with Micah Parsons ,' expressed his sadness over the end of their relationship. \'I'm obviously very sad because of the relationships we had with Coach McCarthy and everything he's done for our program,' Parsons said.
'Three straight 12-5 seasons, playoff appearances and obviously an unfortunate year due to injuries. ... It is devastating. 'Coach Mike is a great father, great coach. One of the most winningest coaches. He's always been good to us as a unit, coaches, players. Losing a great coach like Mike hurts.' \The Cowboys endured a disappointing 7-10 season, missing the playoffs for the first time since 2020. Quarterback Dak Prescott's season-ending hamstring injury in Week 8 played a significant role in their struggles. Over McCarthy's five seasons in Dallas, the team compiled a 49-35 regular-season record and a disappointing 1-3 postseason mark. They achieved 12-win seasons in three consecutive years (2021-23), secured the NFC East title twice (2021 and 2023), and missed the playoffs twice (2020 and 2024). Prior to joining the Cowboys, McCarthy led the Green Bay Packers from 2006-18, amassing a 125-77-2 regular season record and a 10-8 postseason record. His tenure with the Packers was marked by their Super Bowl XLV victory. McCarthy currently ranks 13th in NFL history with 174 combined wins as a head coach. \Parsons, who is entering the final year of his rookie contract, recorded 12.0 sacks, 43.0 combined tackles, and two forced fumbles in 13 games this season. He missed four games due to an ankle injury. The four-year linebacker has been a consistent force, earning two All-Pro selections and Pro Bowl honors in each of his NFL seasons. The Cowboys defense, previously one of the league's best under defensive coordinator Dan Quinn from 2021-23, struggled significantly under Mike Zimmer's leadership. Zimmer, the former Minnesota Vikings head coach, replaced Quinn last offseason, but the defense allowed an increased average of 218.1 passing yards (17th in the NFL), 137.1 rushing yards (29th), 355.2 total yards (28th), and 27.5 points (31st) per game. Despite the difficulties, Parsons expressed confidence in the Cowboys organization to make the right decision in hiring their next head coach. Notable candidates reportedly include Deion Sanders, the head coach at the University of Colorado and a former Cowboys star cornerback, Kellen Moore, the former Cowboys offensive coordinator who is now with the Los Angeles Chargers, and Jason Witten, a former Cowboys star tight end.
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