Jerry Jones resorted to trading Micah Parsons due tofinding himself in a difficult situation.

In a surprising turn of events, the Dallas Cowboys have traded their star linebacker Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. This move, which has left Cowboys fans feeling a sense of unease, mirrors the departure of another beloved figure: Luka Doncic, who came to town wearing the colours of the Lakers.

The trade was necessitated by a regrettable standoff between Parsons and Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, a dispute that had been brewing since the player engaged in a contract dispute with Jones. Unlike the Herschel Walker deal, this trade doesn't involve multiple players, but the Cowboys might receive the equivalent value of running back Josh Jacobs, a positive outcome that could soften the blow.

Jones' decision to trade Parsons echoes his mentor, Al Davis, in the trade of Charles Haley or Randy White. The move has left Matt Eberflus, the Cowboys' new defensive coordinator, with a challenging task for the next 17 weeks as he navigates the team's new defensive setup.

Parsons, known for his moody demeanor and lack of popularity among some defensive teammates, had asked to be traded four weeks ago. His departure leaves a void in the Cowboys' defense that may be difficult to fill, with the team potentially drafting a player similar to Damon Arnette, who has had off-the-field issues, to continue their current predicament.

The trade has also sparked criticism of Jerry Jones' negotiation skills, with ESPN's Troy Aikman stating that Parsons' leverage lies in the fact that the Cowboys can't win without him. The Cowboys' current predicament in the NFC East standings, where they are closer to the Giants at the bottom than the Eagles and Washington at the top, further fuels this sentiment.

Critics also argue that Dak Prescott's playoff numbers should be much better to justify his $60 million per season. In 2018, the Raiders, who made a similar mistake in dealing away Khalil Mack, were dealing with salary cap issues, in part, because of having made Derek Carr the highest-paid quarterback in the league.

The Packers, a longtime Dallas rival, have received two first-round picks and a player in exchange for Parsons, a deal that is better than what the Raiders got for Khalil Mack seven years ago. As Cowboys fans watch Parsons don the Packers' iconic helmet, they can't help but feel a sense of foreboding, much like they did when Doncic came to town with Lakers across his chest.

The trade of Micah Parsons marks a significant turning point for the Cowboys, and only time will tell if it was a wise decision or a costly mistake.

Jerry Jones resorted to trading Micah Parsons due tofinding himself in a difficult situation.