The Dallas Cowboys' season opener is set against the defending Super Bowl champion Eagles. Adding to the urgency of this game for Philly is the fact that they will face the Kansas City Chiefs the following week. This, along with the fact that it will be a prime-time game on Thursday Night Football, leaves zero question that Dallas will have the Eagles' full attention. A rivalry game that has continually swung is pivotal in Dallas announcing itself as an NFC East contender once again.
Weighing on this announcement was a surprising source, with Terrance Parsons Jr. posting a questionable tweet months ahead of the matchup. Micah Parsons' brother posted an image of Micah landing a knockout punch to Philly quarterback Jalen Hurts. It isn't surprising for a vocal fanbase and a brother that has every reason to be proud of a defender who has an argument as the best in the league.
Micah Parsons Should Caution His Brother Against Providing Unneeded Motivation
If we're being honest the Eagles aren't likely to have some special extra motivation from a star player's brother posting a supportive tweet in May. It isn't an ideal look, even if it's realtively minor, however. For a player that has already had his share of distractions off the field, Micah should caution his brother against taking this any further.
Dallas vs. Philly has arguably been the most interesting NFC rivalry of the past half decade. The two sides have continually been among the league's elite and that isn't expected to change this season. The Cowboys need this game to announce they are back in the NFC East race.
The league is handing the Cowboys this chance, knowing the value of having America's team as a relevant playoff contender. It is great for the league and an overdue development after Dallas fans have endured two years of frustrations.
Micah Parsons and Dak Prescott are both going to need early season defining performances for this to happen. Otherwise, Dallas is in trouble against the defending champs who will have their attention on maintaining their grip on the NFC East.