Micah Parsons’ trade request from Cowboys has Giants fans dreaming about duo of Penn State pass rushers

Parsons was also featured in Bleacher Report’s 2025 NFL Draft coverage and was expressive when reacting to Carter coming off the board. He wasn’t just boastful of Carter’s talent; he also surprisingly hyped up the New York market and the Giants’ roster despite them being a bitter rival.

“New York is the biggest stage. I can’t wait to see him shine,” said Parsons immediately following the pick, “This is an A+ pick…Putting him next to Dexter Lawrence, understanding that he’s always going to require double teams…He’s going to have so much fun in New York.”

Giants fans on X are citing both statements as reasons for Giants GM Joe Schoen to pick up the phone and make this move. Overall, there has been fantasizing about the potential lineup Parsons would create.

While it would build the most disruptive pass rush duo in the league, it’s wishful thinking to believe this trade would actually happen.

The primary reason it wouldn’t come to fruition is the rarity of inter-division trades in the NFL. The most recent example of a trade between the Cowboys and Giants happened last August when the Giants sent nose tackle Jordan Phillips to Dallas.

Trading away a nose tackle you’re likely going to cut during the preseason isn’t exactly concrete evidence that this trade is possible. Giving one of your division rivals defensive line depth is one thing. For the Cowboys to give a team they’ll have to face twice every season one of the best young pass rushers in the NFL is asinine. No compensation would justify strengthening a team you’re fighting for a playoff spot with.

That said, Jerry Jones is an enigma who consistently defies logic in his decision-making. For now, Parsons becoming a Giant will have to stay a dream.