“Micah Parsons Returns to Practice, Eyes Sunday’s Game Against Eagles After Six-Week Absence”
FRISCO, Texas – After nearly six weeks, Micah Parsons returned to the field on Wednesday, resuming practice following a high-ankle sprain. The key question now is whether he’ll be ready to play this Sunday against the Eagles.
Parsons expressed confidence in his chances, saying, “My chances are high, but we’ll see how the practice week goes and what steps we need to take to be ready for the game.”
Although Parsons reported feeling great, he acknowledged needing to shake off the rust and regain his stamina. “I just have to get the feel of the rush,” he said. “It feels like I’m starting over. My lungs were hurting, so it’s like I’m re-starting my season. It’s going to be an interesting week.”
This week’s game takes on added significance, as the Cowboys head into the matchup against the Eagles on a three-game losing streak, without starting quarterback Dak Prescott, who is dealing with a hamstring injury. Other players are also missing, like DaRon Bland, but Parsons seems to have the best chance to return to action.
The Cowboys certainly need him. Despite missing the last five games, Parsons still leads the team with 21 quarterback pressures. No other player has more than three sacks. Parsons admitted the frustration of watching his teammates struggle in close losses, feeling that his presence could’ve made a difference.
“It’s tough because I feel like I could’ve made an impact in these games,” Parsons said. “In games where we’re losing by six points, I definitely feel like I could’ve made a difference. If it’s a six-point game, you tell me me and (DeMarcus Lawrence) can’t make a difference? An extra stop in a one-score game? It’s hard for me to believe we can’t. So, if I’m playing this week, my goal is to go out and prove that.”