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Blake Silverman

Jerry Jones Lays Out Surprising Potential Plan for Draft Picks in Micah Parsons Deal

Jerry Jones put an end to the Cowboys' saga with superstar pass rusher Micah Parsons Thursday when he dealt him to the Packers for three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Kenny Clark and two first-round picks.

NFL fans and personalities couldn't believe the trade, and were particularly perplexed at Jones's agreed upon return for Parsons after the two parties were at odds over a new contract. Jones, at least publicly, is at peace with the package he got for the star rusher. The Cowboys' owner and general manager spoke to reporters Thursday evening after the deal broke, going on and on to explain how the team came to this conclusion. In a lengthy initial explanation, he noted how high he is on the draft capital Dallas received.

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