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Cowboys Could Cut Ties With Key Piece of Micah Parsons Trade

Cowboys Could Cut Ties With Key Piece of Micah Parsons Trade

Summary

The Dallas Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers to strengthen their run defense by acquiring defensive tackle Kenny Clark and draft picks. However, Clark has not improved the run defense as expected, and the Cowboys might cut ties with him to save money.

Key Facts

  • The Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to the Packers to improve their run defense.
  • In return, the Cowboys got defensive tackle Kenny Clark and two first-round picks.
  • Clark has not improved the Cowboys' run defense, which ranks 20th in the NFL.
  • Clark brought 35 tackles and three sacks this season but performed below expectations.
  • The Cowboys considered cutting Clark to save $21.5 million.
  • Dallas also added linebacker Logan Wilson and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams during the season.
  • Despite changes, the Cowboys did not make the playoffs.

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