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While trading away Micah Parsons saw the Cowboys lose an elite pass rusher, at least one player in the building thinks the move worked out well for Dallas.
Star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb said the move worked out well for both the Cowboys and Parsons on a recent appearance on The Rich Eisen Show.
“I was pretty upset when Micah left — I’m not afraid to say it again — but I think it was beneficial for both parties,” Lamb said. “Micah got the money that he deserved. And, at the end of the day, we ended up with Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark when we couldn’t stop the run so that was pretty good.”
“For us to elevate as far as defensive-wise, I think we’re missing a pass rusher to get to the QB. I felt like that’s what we were missing, but overall as a team and as a unit we could be better to hold up our end of the bargain,” he added. “But Micah is my man, he knows that. That’s my brother and brotherly love is never lost.”
The Cowboys’ defense put up some of the worst numbers in franchise history following Parsons’ departure, dragging down what was a stellar offensive effort from Lamb and company. Dallas acted quickly on that front, parting ways with defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus and hiring Christian Parker to replace him.
While it remains to be seen what more changes could happen this offseason, Lamb asked fans to stay with the team as they pursue a return to the Super Bowl for the first time in decades.
“Have faith, man. Just have faith. I know it’s a lot to ask for and it’s been a long time,” Lamb said. “Believe in us. We’re continuing to work. I know as long as I’m here I’m going to continue to work my tail off to make sure that we’re hoisting up the trophy. And we’re going to do it very fashionably”
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