The Dallas Cowboys’ 20-15 victory over the New York Giants in Week 4 left fans with mixed emotions. While the win moved the team to 2-2, concerns linger over lackluster playcalling, poor defensive coverage, and questions about the team’s overall quality. But the biggest worry for Cowboys Nation came when star linebacker Micah Parsons was forced to leave the game due to injury.
Despite being carted off for an X-ray, Parsons’ message to quarterback Dak Prescott provided a glimmer of hope: “I’ll be good.”
With Parsons set to undergo an MRI on Friday, Cowboys fans will have to wait for a full update on his condition. However, his reassurance to Prescott suggests that he may have avoided a serious, long-term injury—something that was feared the moment he was helped off the field. According to *The Athletic’s* Jon Machota, the initial X-rays came back negative, which is a promising sign.
The Cowboys’ defense has struggled over the last three weeks, particularly against the run, and their pass rush—normally a team strength—has been nearly invisible. Without Parsons, the defensive unit under Mike Zimmer would be in even greater peril. His presence on the field is critical, and any extended absence could severely affect Dallas’ ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks.
For now, all that can be done is to await further news. But based on Parsons’ own words, there’s reason to believe the injury might not be as serious as initially feared, providing a much-needed silver lining for Cowboys fans.
