Micah Parsons’ Mom Supports Cowboys at Season Opener in Team Gear Despite Son’s Recent Trade

Micah Parsons’ Mom Support Cowboys at Season Opener Despite Star’s Trade to Packers
By Isabel Baldwin, US Assistant Sports Editor

Despite Micah Parsons’ bitter exit from the Dallas Cowboys last week, his mother, Sherese, showed unwavering loyalty to the team during their 2025 NFL season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday. The linebacker forced a trade to the Green Bay Packers after a contract dispute, but his mom was spotted in Cowboys gear at Lincoln Financial Field, sparking confusion and intrigue.

A Bizarre Show of Support
Sherese, alongside Parsons’ grandmother, wore Cowboys apparel despite her son’s high-profile move to Green Bay. The Packers acquired Parsons in a blockbuster deal, sending two first-round draft picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark to Dallas. In return, Parsons signed a four-year, $188 million contract—$136 million guaranteed—making him the highest-paid non-QB in NFL history. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones claimed he offered more guaranteed money, but Parsons sought a fresh start.

The timing and location of Sherese’s allegiance raised eyebrows. Parsons grew up in Harrisburg, PA—just 107 miles from Philadelphia—yet she opted to support Dallas over the hometown Eagles. Fans speculated whether her presence hinted at unresolved ties between the Parsons family and the Cowboys.

Emotional Farewell to Dallas
Parsons’ split from Dallas followed months of tense negotiations. During his Packers introductory press conference, he called the stalemate “the hardest four months of my life.” His mother’s emotional reaction to the trade went viral last week when Parsons shared a video of her tearfully embracing him after the deal. “That moment when your momma never [has] to work again!” he captioned the post.

Jerry Jones’ Playful Jab
Just weeks ago, Sherese was seen hugging Jones at a Cowboys preseason game, where the owner quipped, “Micah, why aren’t you out there playing? You act like you want some money or something.” The remark highlighted the friction between Parsons and management, though Sherese appeared unfazed, smiling in her son’s jersey.

Loyalty Over Logic?
Parsons’ move to Green Bay ends his four-year stint in Dallas, where he became a two-time All-Pro. Yet his mother’s decision to cheer for the Cowboys—a team that traded her son—left fans divided. Some praised her dedication, while others questioned if it signaled hope for a future reunion.

As the Packers prepare for their season debut, Parsons’ family saga adds a layer of drama to an already tumultuous NFL offseason. Whether Sherese’s support for Dallas continues—or shifts to green and gold—remains to be seen. For now, her loyalty to the Cowboys underscores the complex ties between athletes, families, and the teams they leave behind.

Published: 02:43 BST, 5 September 2025 | Updated: 02:43 BST, 5 September 2025

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