Micah Aaron Parson is an American Linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys as of the 2024 NFL season. The Cowboys selected him with the 12th overall pick in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft. Since entering the league in 2021, Parsons has been a man on a mission, as he has been able to rack up 43.5 sacks in 55 games for the Dallas Cowboys as of Week 10 of the 2024 NFL season (according to Pro Football Reference). In just his fourth season in the NFL, Parsons is already a 2-time First-team All-Pro, 3-time Pro Bowler, and the 2021 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year winner.
Parsons was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on May 26, 1999. As a native of Pennsylvania, he first went to Central Dauphin High School for his freshman and sophomore years and then transferred to Harrisburg High School. During his high school days, Parsons played both as a defensive end and running back. Being a five-star recruit, Parsons committed to playing for Penn State University’s football team. He played two years for the Penn State Nittany Lions as he opted out of playing in 2020 out of COVID-19 concerns. According to Sports Reference, he recorded a total of 192 tackles, and 6.5 sacks during his time there.
Micah Parsons Contract Breakdown
Parsons is on his entry-level contract which is a 4-year deal worth $17,079,793. It includes a signing bonus of $9,781,668 and is a fully guaranteed contract. The average annual salary comes to $4,269,948. On April 24, 2024, Dallas exercised his 5th-year option for 2025. (via Spotrac)
| Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 4 yr(s) / $17,079,793 | $9,781,668 | $4,269,948 | $17,079,793 | $17,079,793 |
The details of the contract are provided below:
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2021 | $660,000 | $9,781,668 | $3,105,417 | $17,079,792 | $10,441,668 |
| 2022 | $1,436,354 | $3,881,771 | $13,974,375 | $1,436,354 | |
| 2023 | $2,212,708 | $4,658,125 | $10,092,604 | $2,212,708 | |
| 2024 | $2,989,062 | $5,434,479 | $5,434,479 | $2,989,062 | |
| 2025 | $21,324,000 | $21,324,000 | $21,324,000 | $21,324,000 |
Micah Parsons Salary
In 2024, Micah is set to earn a base salary of $2.98 million as per Spotrac. The contract amounts for 2024 to carry a cap hit of $5.4 million and a dead cap value also of $5.4 million. As per the terms of Micah Parsons' contract with the Dallas Cowboys, he has an average annual salary of $4.26 million.
How much does Micah Parsons make per minute?
Micah Parsons is set to make around $8.1 per minute in his four-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys.
How much of Micah Parsons' contract is guaranteed?
Micah Parsons' deal guarantees the whole $17 million mentioned in his contract with the Cowboys.
Micah Parsons Career Earnings
Parsons has earned $17,079,792 throughout his NFL career as of November 2024, as per Spotrac.
What are the terms of Micah Parsons’ contract?
Micah’s deal with the Cowboys included a $9.7 million signing bonus and guaranteed him $17 million at the signing, according to Spotrac. His signing proration is spread over four years at around $2.4 million annually from the year 2021 to 2024. He will be getting $21.3 million in 2025 due to the team exercising his 5th-year option.
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FAQs
A. Micah Parsons weighs around 245 lb (111 kg).
A. Micah Parsons is a 6 foot 3 inch tall pass rusher for the Dallas Cowboys.
A. Micah Parsons is yet to record his first interception in the NFL.
A. In 2023, Micah Parsons had a career-best 14 sacks as his previous best was 13.5 in 2022.
