Micah Parsons is expected to become a $200 million man when he signs his inevitable contract extension with the Dallas Cowboys, likely at some point this offseason. And it's clear it's his ambition to make that only the first of many lucrative deals throughout his life. On and off the field.
You see, even while putting together a football career that's already got a Hall of Fame trajectory—sure, a long way to go but still—Parsons is making big moves to turn himself into a media personality, where athletes have found themselves in huge positions to profit.
Parsons' podcast The Edge has been the subject of controversy as fans, media members, and even teammates have taken aim at the Cowboys superstar as a result of it. Often, the criticism is about the in-season show being a distraction.
Micah appears unbothered. On the field, he still provides elite play, recently becoming the sixth-ever player to rack up 50 sacks in his first four years despite missing four games in 2024. Off the field, he remains opinionated and showing no signs of cancelling the show.
On Friday, he confirmed it by firing a $100 million argument in his favor: As a reaction to Front Office Sports' report indicating NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe is expected to sign a $100 million media deal, Parsons sent a simple message on X.
"Stop the podcast Micah' yea Ite..," he wrote.
It's a blunt message but a telling one. Parsons' podcast is smart business. Period.
Who cares if there are complainers when A) his play isn't declining as a result of the show and B) he's got a long-term plan that will pay off long after his playing days come to an end?
Let this be a reminder for fans: Players want to win, sure. But it's about time we start criticizing athletes for everything they do beyond playing. It's selfish at best and ignorant at worst. Parsons' production is proof of it. He shouldn't have to explain himself to anyone.
