All-Pro edge rusher, Micah Parsons calls out Dallas Cowboys fans at the airport after fans were waiting for him at his gate. The fans were holding helmets and jerseys wanting Parsons to sign them. Typically, the star is constantly in the spotlight and many crave the presence and attention, but Parsons was seeing the downside of it. Parsons is known as one of the best defensive stars but is winding down from the NFL season.
The fans still want a piece from him, at least to get some autographs and something out of him. Parsons is usually friendly and always takes pride in the loyalty of his fans, but this interaction was the last straw for him. He posted on X of men and women standing at his gate as he walked out from flight. Parsons claimed that they were following him to his baggage claim in hopes of signing their memorabilia.
As Parsons is trying to break away from football in his offseason break, it seems he can’t catch a break. It’s usually not a problem for many stars like himself to interact and sign memorabilia. However, it can get tiresome within time especially when you’re trying to get home or get to where you need to be. While people love the idea of fame and fortune, this could be an example of the downside that people like Parsons go through.
Parsons explained in an X post that fans should have some dignity and respect after finding out he was being followed. The Dallas Cowboys are already under a lot of pressure for next season after a disappointing playoff loss against the Packers.
#Cowboys pass rusher Micah Parsons says a group of men were waiting for him when he got off his flight to get helmets and pictures signed.
He says a woman was following him too.
“I hope yall realize sometimes how much athletes gotta hold back!”
“The fact it was 8 grown men… pic.twitter.com/nAbQivvqjU
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) February 15, 2024
All-Pro Edge Rusher Micah Parsons Calls Out Dallas Cowboys Fans at Airport
NFL Twitter Media Reacts
Many talking heads had mixed reactions to Parsons calling out fans in his airport incident. Some were expressing their frustration with him explaining that he should be grateful that he has fans. Well, this is true but Parsons put in the work to become the star he is. The stats on the sheet don’t lie but some fans were supportive of him and agreed that those fans were disrespectful.
Some comments even went far to the extent that Parsons may have “CTE” after this little incident he went through. However, the fans who were supportive understand Parsons’ frustration but it’s the life he chose. This is true but the Pro Bowler wanted some peace as he exited his flight.
However, most fans were ruthless and wanted Parsons to stay calm in these types of situations. Some are asking for Parsons to be respectful and handle it a different way. This could be true when you’re in the spotlight then the least you could do is approach it differently.
Buddy you make millions of dollars… Sign the memorabilia and move on…
— Omaima Baloch (@omaimashabir) February 15, 2024
The Pressure Is on for America’s Team
Parsons is usually fiery when the critics are often out to get the Dallas Cowboys. He doesn’t hold back and this was the same energy he had with the NFL referees on missed holding calls and penalties. Dak Prescott goes through the same situations, but Parsons always steps up to defend him. From critics and NFL referees, Parsons was at the brink of it all amid the pressure.
However, the pressure is still on for the Dallas Cowboys this upcoming Fall. There are high expectations again, but they’re expected to go “all in” this offseason to prepare.
