Why? The easy answer is that Garrett believes Parsons has clearly earned such compensation. The more nuanced answer is that NFL superstar pass-rushers have a tight-knit fraternity and, in that case, members of the fraternity believe a rising tide lifts all boats:

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Dallas Cowboys superstar Micah Parsons showed up to mandatory minicamp without a new contract. He also left without one, but is staying optimistic with his message.

Keyshawn Johnson weighs in on whether the Dallas Cowboys are making a mistake by not agreeing to a contract with Micah Parsons yet.