Dak Prescott wasn’t completely surprised when the Dallas Cowboys traded star linebacker Micah Parsons. The news shocked many, but Prescott had sensed tensions building behind the scenes. “I can’t say I was completely surprised,” Prescott admitted. The negotiations became personal, making the trade a business decision that both sides had to accept. Yet beneath the business was a greater challenge. The team needed to regroup and maintain focus. Prescott sees this moment as a wake-up call for players, reminding them that football is more than just a game. It’s their very livelihood.
Prescott candidly assessed the locker room’s mood about Parsons’ departure in an interview for the Cowboys’ official YouTube page. “From what I got from the feel of the locker room, I don’t thin