The Aftermath of the Micah Parsons Trade
The Dallas Cowboys are moving forward from the shocking trade of Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. For one of the team’s best players, Trevon Diggs, this means not only encouraging his best friend from afar but also preparing for the 2025 season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night.
Diggs expressed his sadness about the trade, stating, “I was sad, of course, that’s my best friend. I’d say extremely sad.” The two players had grown close over the last few years, particularly during Diggs’ rehabilitation from knee surgeries in the last two seasons. Despite his emotional response, Diggs has practiced for the last two days and believes he has a 70-80% chance of playing against the Eagles.
The Business of the NFL
The reasons behind Parsons’ trade to Green Bay vary, but it ultimately came down to a disagreement over contract talks. Cowboys team owner Jerry Jones took the negotiations personally, which led to a conflict with Parsons’ agent, David Mulugheta. When Parsons’ side attempted to reach a deal, Jones gave them an ultimatum: play on the fifth-year option or be traded. Parsons chose the latter.
Diggs understands the business side of the NFL, but he also acknowledges that it can be personal. “Yeah, it’s definitely a business,” Diggs said. “But people always say never make it personal, but when you go out there and lay your life on the line practicing hard and you’re in the game, you’re risking your body and stuff, it becomes personal because you care about it. You care about the game so much, and you want to win, it’s hard to say that, but it is a business at the end of the day. It’s also personal.”
Diggs’ Personal Issues with the Team
Diggs has his own personal issues to handle with the team, including a clause in his contract that states he would lose $500,000 off his base salary if he didn’t work out at least 84% of the time in the offseason. The team wanted Diggs to work out mainly at The Star, but he chose to do his rehabilitation in Florida and reported back to Texas when it was mandatory.
The Cowboys still have until the start of the season to decide whether to enforce the clause, but it doesn’t appear that their stance will change. Diggs isn’t too upset about the situation, saying, “I don’t know, I should ask them,” with a laugh. When asked if he had moved on from the issue, he replied, “Yeah, I let it go, but it would be nice if I can get my 500 back. If not, like I said before, it’s part of the business, and I’ve just got to live with it.”
Communication with Parsons
Over the last few days, Parsons has communicated daily with Diggs. The two had a FaceTime call where Parsons showed Diggs the Packers’ facility, and Diggs was at Parsons’ house when the trade went down. Diggs expressed his happiness for his friend, saying, “Just in his corner, always been coming from a small town, Harrisburg, Pa, so just a blessing to see him and see his family happy. I went over there the day that he signed, and they were all just celebrating as a family. I was just happy for him.”
Moving Forward
A new season is about to start, and any misconceptions about the type of teammate Parsons was are now in the past. Most players who spoke with reporters had positive things to say about him. Diggs has no choice but to move forward, focusing on his own issues, such as ensuring his body is ready to play in the opener or at some point in September.
Diggs was surprised by the trade, saying, “I think everybody was surprised, I was really surprised. I really thought it was going to get done. He was going to stay, and family [living in Dallas], just him being here all these years. But unfortunately, that’s not what God had for him.”
Recruitment and the Future
Parsons, known for being an ultimate recruiter, may have been asking about Diggs’ future. When asked if he had been recruited by the Packers, Diggs laughed and said, “Ha, ha, ha, ha.” The future is uncertain, but for now, Diggs is focused on the upcoming season and his own recovery.
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Conclusion
The trade of Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers has left the Dallas Cowboys and their fans reeling. For Trevon Diggs, it means moving forward without his best friend and teammate. While the business side of the NFL can be harsh, Diggs understands that it’s a part of the game. As the new season approaches, Diggs is focused on his own recovery and the upcoming games. The future is uncertain, but for now, Diggs is taking things one step at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How did Trevon Diggs react to the trade of Micah Parsons?
A: Diggs was sad and surprised by the trade, but he understands the business side of the NFL.
Q: What is the status of Diggs’ recovery from his knee surgeries?
A: Diggs has practiced for the last two days and believes he has a 70-80% chance of playing in the season opener against the Eagles.
Q: What is the situation with Diggs’ contract and the $500,000 clause?
A: The team is enforcing a clause in Diggs’ contract that states he would lose $500,000 off his base salary if he didn’t work out at least 84% of the time in the offseason. Diggs isn’t too upset about the situation and has moved on.
Q: Has Parsons been in touch with Diggs since the trade?
A: Yes, Parsons has communicated daily with Diggs, and the two had a FaceTime call where Parsons showed Diggs the Packers’ facility.
