Trade rumors swirl around Micah Parsons as Aaron Donald hints at NFL return

Although the Dallas Cowboys typically play their home games in Texas, Micah Parsons is no stranger to putting on a helmet and shoulder pads in California. 

For several years, the Cowboys have conducted their training camp in Oxnard, California, which is about a 90-minute drive from the Los Angeles Rams’ home stadium. 

As this year’s training camp reaches its conclusion and Parsons’ contract dispute with the Cowboys persists, there are rumors circulating that he could potentially end up in Southern California.

Former Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald took notice of a manipulated social media image showing Parsons in a Rams jersey and suggested that if Parsons were to be traded to the Rams, he might need to “get in football shape.”

Donald, who spent his entire illustrious NFL career with the Rams before retiring after the 2023 season, made these comments in response to Parsons’ trade request.

Micah Parsons (11) of the Dallas Cowboys talks with Aaron Donald (99) of the Los Angeles Rams after a game at AT&T Stadium on October 29, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. (Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

Parsons responded to Donald’s comments by saying, “Don’t share information like that with me.” This exchange occurred after Parsons requested a trade from the Cowboys.

The four-time Pro Bowler has one year left on his rookie contract and is seeking a long-term extension.

Micah Parsons of the Dallas Cowboys during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on November 5, 2023, in Philadelphia. (Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Despite missing four games last season, Parsons managed to accumulate 12 sacks. He has achieved double-digit sack totals in each of his four seasons in the NFL.

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The Rams and Cowboys are set to face off in both teams’ 2025 preseason opener on Saturday.

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