Who Were The 11 Players Drafted Before Micah Parsons? Where Are They Now?

Micah Parsons is a young edge rusher who was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys at the 2021 NFL Draft. Micah Parsons was the Defensive Rookie of the Year and a first-team All-Pro as a rookie. But who was drafted before him?
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0:00 Who Were The 11 Players Drafted Before Micah Parsons? Where Are They Now?
0:30 Trevor Lawrence
1:22 Zach Wilson
2:07 Trey Lance
3:02 Kyle Pitts
3:51 Ja'Marr Chase
4:34 Jaylen Waddle
5:09 Penei Sewell
5:32 Jaycee Horn
5:59 Patrick Surtain
6:33 Devonta Smith
7:15 Justin Fields
7:59 2022 NFL Draft
#MicahParsons #Cowboys #NFL

[@yongwilson7859]

Parsons was a great draft pick. I don’t think anyone was thinking he was going to be this good, but if he stays humble, works hard, keeps learning and leading like he does…we got us a Dawg!

[@MustacheDLuffy]

He was a top 5 projected pick before the 2021 draft. He fell for some reason

[@chasesmith9398]

Every draft analyst had him as one of the top 5 best players before the draft. Every college football fan knew he would be the rookie of the year. He played like a more athletic luke keuchly in college

[@merjanic2004]

@@MustacheDLuffy still, nobody expected him to be a record breaking rookie and be in the dpoy conversation

[@MustacheDLuffy]

@@merjanic2004 Probably not but still pretty damn good

[@nwobringiton1282]

@@MustacheDLuffy I did! I’m a jets fan and I said if we were picking a qb at 2 I would pick Parsons

[@damienrubensson2211]

Parsons is a godsend of a talent! The Dallas organization or should I say Jerry, finally hit a grand slam with this pick..

[@AChi__]

So far, hands down, it's Parsons because he very effectively plays different positions in the defense, and while also making it easier for his fellow defensive players to excel at their assignments. None of the prior listed players can remotely smell that crucial achievement.

[@bishlap]

WR's are a dime a dozen, LB's like Micah are once a generation.

[@jaycetronsy7519]

Eagles took DeVonta bc of his connection with Hurts and his ability to instantly help an offense, we didnt need a LB as much as a WR our WRs were John Hightower, Jalen Reagor, and Quez' Watkins I think we made the right decision but Parsons is a DAWG

[@ShortKingSlush]

During the 2021 draft I wanted Ps2 but Glad ps2 was taken at 9, and Glad parsons fell 😤, the lion is a beast 😈😤

[@Unknokownuser]

Same

[@noahg5998]

I agree. But ps2 will be really good. Parsons better though

[@juiceb3x33]

Same 😩😩

[@Dallasrules4eveonPs5]

Same

[@yetigrandpa605]

Same

[@barberism24]

I remember pre draft pondering if they were to crazily take parsons. I remember thinking how much of a not so bad idea was at worst case scenario you have a extremely raw but fast LB. Parson now is on HOF trajectory if he continues

[@WR1GHT3R]

The fact that the Eagles-Cowboys finessed the Giants, is one the best moments of "my enemy of enemy is my friend" type of vibe.

[@ethanv310]

This aged poorly

[@001Khy]

You fucked that quote up so bad

[@youngrobthesaucegod2053]

@@ethanv310 how did this age poorly? The giants are still 2nd in the division💀

[@Buuboi214]

How?

[@michaelmichaelagnew8503]

@@youngrobthesaucegod2053 Yelp not anymore.

[@mistameasor2627]

Anyone that says Parsons isn’t the best player from this draft class, is wrong

[@amariseni9839]

Second best chase is the best player in the draft

[@jonmykim10]

@@amariseni9839 no lmao, 13 sacks and 20+ TFLs as a rookie is much harder than 1400 yards

[@hiflyer000]

@@jonmykim10 Parsons faded down the stretch when teams started figuring out how to neutralize him. Most of his production was earlier in the season before there was a book on him. He also had a really good line to work with that helped him out a lot, and some of that talent is gone now. It will be interesting to see if he can replicate his production with less of a supporting cast and a year of film the opposition can use.

[@ye7006]

For now

[@Josh-xj9wp]

@@hiflyer000 he had 3 Forced fumbles and 10.5 sacks after week 8. What do you mean he started fading down the stretch?

[@mattyice4494]

Last year's Draft Class was insane.

[@bradleylennon3987]

Parsons is already the best ALL AROUND defensive player in the league hands down!

[@MiKen877]

As a Cowboys fan, I wasn't crazy about the Parsons pick at the time. Seemed to me that we didn't learn our lesson with Jaylon Smith, although he probably would have worked out a lot better (and been drafted higher) if it weren't for his injury. I wasn't too upset with it though, as the guys I wanted had already been drafted, and I liked how they were able to trade back and still get the guy that they were going to take. But Parsons is way better of a pass rusher than I think anyone imagined. He's just as good an off-ball LB as we all thought he was, but he is legitimately a top 5 pass rusher in the entire league.

[@LilBoSkeetE85]

Parsons is the best thing that happen’d to thr cowboys since the Hershel walker trade.

[@lIlIllll1]

parsons is the goat

[@rclines001]

Parsons is a monster. In a league of his own. 11 games into his second season is rated the number 1 player in the NFL under age 25. Already has 12 sacks in those 11 games. Offenses game plan to try to nulify him first.

[@calebj9883]

I love parsons he was a monster last year

[@buggyyuji851]

Love parsons I’m big cowboy fan he favorite defense player on cowboy

[@j.p.6228]

Is this a joke? lmao “where are they now?” It’s been one year!! 😂

[@yosephtrimble5315]

I feel like parsons is a generational talent but I think that all the picks that were taken before him were tactically better for what those teams needed. Also now that the season is 7 weeks in, most of these guys have improved and are now superstars.

[@ryanrzjr]

Overall I think parsons overshadows them however. 1. Lawrence is good and started out good but really proved his a slightly above average QB. Not a lot more however, but a bad team could be a big reason. 2. Zach Wilson is the opposite, a player with a good record but his stats don’t show it and he’s only really enough to get his team a win. Better than people think, but not better than other player with a worse record. 3. Trey lance, he’s a backup to Jimmy. That’s all we’ve gotten. 4. Kyle pitts is alright, but the TE position doesn’t provide a lot of stardom. He had a good game against Seattle though. 5. Chase is amazing. Bengals star WR. Has his impact been felt as much as Parsons? I personally don’t think so. Chase is good, but being #6 in your position I believe falls slightly short of what Parsons has done, basically running a defense and #2 in sacks and #3 in TFL. 6. Waddle is a weird case. He saw some great games, but then tua went down and it kinda makes you question if he’s really the best or if he has a good bond with his QB. Hill also outperformed him on his team. 7. He is good, but held back by his position and his team. He hasn’t been as dominant in his position as other players, and sees a bright future. 8. horn can cover, but 1 int is just not enough compared to the better corners. 9. He helps a good defense but his teams offense is so bad he can’t have a good record, and with 0 ints he’s got nothing special this year. 10. Justin fields: under utilized, but still not nearly as good or dominant as Parsons.

[@ryanrzjr]

Overall I think parsons overshadows them however. 1. Lawrence is good and started out good but really proved his a slightly above average QB. Not a lot more however, but a bad team could be a big reason. 2. Zach Wilson is the opposite, a player with a good record but his stats don’t show it and he’s only really enough to get his team a win. Better than people think, but not better than other player with a worse record. 3. Trey lance, he’s a backup to Jimmy. That’s all we’ve gotten. 4. Kyle pitts is alright, but the TE position doesn’t provide a lot of stardom. He had a good game against Seattle though. 5. Chase is amazing. Bengals star WR. Has his impact been felt as much as Parsons? I personally don’t think so. Chase is good, but being #6 in your position I believe falls slightly short of what Parsons has done, basically running a defense and #2 in sacks and #3 in TFL. 6. Waddle is a weird case. He saw some great games, but then tua went down and it kinda makes you question if he’s really the best or if he has a good bond with his QB. Hill also outperformed him on his team. 7. He is good, but held back by his position and his team. He hasn’t been as dominant in his position as other players, and sees a bright future. 8. horn can cover, but 1 int is just not enough compared to the better corners. 9. He helps a good defense but his teams offense is so bad he can’t have a good record, and with 0 ints he’s got nothing special this year. 10. Justin fields: under utilized, but still not nearly as good or dominant as Parsons.

[@fariswaqar8620]

This draft class is solid

[@AuburnCowboys]

Low key a GREAT class.

[@RobertSmith-gn2he]

Good god it’s been one season. Where are they now? They’re going into year 2 of their rookie deals.

[@bubbakemp5817]

Right! Way to early!

[@dpugs9740]

Before the draft I was ridiculously high on Parsons. Not really justifiably I just watched one game, and saw his attributes. Was telling my buddy who’s a dolphins fan they should get him. They got waddle and Holland tho so all good for them tbh

[@landenroberts6710]

Bro this draft class was stacked

[@swaggyballs7657]

what i got from this video is that everyone is a stud or can grow into a stud

[@coletrain4106]

Some great players in the draft

[@bigsr.644]

Wow that's a great first round 😎

[@imanbutton7072]

This class was stacked

[@JacionBryant]

this is a certified hood classic

[@friendme12345]

11 is crazy

[@ab2cool4u_]

W video

[@reececisneros1622]

God you know he’s good when people start making “who was drafted before him” videos in the off-season of his rookie year. His career is going to be so fun to watch.

[@reececisneros1622]

@Mason Crysel *KNOCK ON WOOD*

[@frankfrega1302]

Enjoy the rookie season cuz it won't last. Why do i say this name one rookie in any time span that had a monster 1st year n went on the following year to surpass his rookie records, I'll wait...... Exactly it just doesn't happen, does he got skills yes!! With opposing offenses now knowing his strengths n weaknesses it ain't happening. Plus the fact of possible injuries just don't get your hopes up unless you want to be disappointed

[@YourDaddyismydaddy]

Or he plays for the cowboys and their overrated every year

[@MrAWeezy86]

@@frankfrega1302 Hi Hater!! 👋

[@sergiomacias5145]

@@frankfrega1302 6 sacks already, dominates the rams and is the Defensive mvp favorite. Keep hating 😂

[@kd010]

My daughter who is named after my last favorite player, Charles Haley, asked me this past Sunday. With Parsons being your new fav, what would my name be...."Micah, your name would be Micah and no, i wouldnt have change the spelling Hailee." 😆 🤣

[@maclouie6520]

I’m glad we got KP in 2021 still wish we got Fields but KP is top 3 TE in the league already

[@azcoach5369]

Charlie Sheen said Parsons has 1 speed ---- GO!!!!

[@_klay.1]

Me being a cowboys fan, i was all in for drafting Parsons. I really think he was the home run pick, next to Trevon Diggs. Parsons, at least in my opinion. Will stay for years to come.

[@spunkush]

He reminds me of a young Lavar Arrington.

[@evanhughes3421]

All top 10 picks were good picks, fields lawrence and wilson all showed flashes of being great qbs. Although parsons is the best in the class, some players should be taken of parsons in a redraft scenario

[@gamerbot4026]

Seems like teams are pairing their young QBs with their former teammates. Cardinals brought in Hollywood Brown for Kyler

[@danimalman3]

As an eagles fan I'm good with Devonte Smith. Especially since they screwed the Giants by picking him. Having good receivers after seeing every past pick bust brings me peace with that position.

[@omarsanchezjr9047]

Smith is a baller hopefully hurst can improve and actually get him the targets he deserves.

[@Deltaaaaaaaaa]

Smith will end up being forgotten in the NFL.

[@omarsanchezjr9047]

@@Deltaaaaaaaaa No I don’t think so unlike Dallas they don’t truly invest on one player that is mediocre. Look at what happened to wentz. Smith is extremely talented and went off as a rookie.

[@frenchtoastmafia1]

Parsons > Smith, all day every day

[@omarsanchezjr9047]

@@frenchtoastmafia1 completely different position and team needs when the eagles have failed to solidify their wr group. You can’t compare an offensive player to defensive player and what they mean to their team. Dallas had a glaring hole in the LB core so picking parsons was obviously the best decision for the team. It also helps when parsons is arguably the most talented LB in the league. Smith filled what the eagles needed in a top wr and so both teams won in this draft.

[@KynaCologist]

As a Giants fan I wanted him so bad since my mom was a Penn state fan and loved him so much I wanted him and I was pissed when the giants traded him

[@worlddomination2888]

This is a great draft class

[@duster43]

On Wilsons highlights the first two interceptions you showed were actually nice passes, both were WR error to me.

[@foreverone_geo]

Remember when he was considered a risky pick.

[@mgng6103]

which is insane to me. his film screamed generational talent.

[@TheeUnknown420]

Just like Sam Williams, I think he'll be nearly as good as Parsons.

[@bigreese6046]

Me to

[@bigreese6046]

@@TheeUnknown420 I think Sam is gonna get unleashed in this defense

[@VetteGetsEmWet]

@@bigreese6046 SAME they can't double anyone on the Dline anymore I don't think honestly or they get punished with 1 on 1s featuring Micah, DLaw, Williams, Osa/Gallimore

[@devildog65]

I doubt any of the players picked by other teams are regretted, because there are some outstanding players in that group. Now if Micah is able to keep playing at a high level and avoid injury (like everyone else) then he won’t just be the best player in this Draft, because he’s looking like a Generational player. One you can build a Defense around for a decade. But, it’s early yet!

[@6971robi]

I'm a Eagles fan. I'm still happy we picked Devonta Smith.

[@LazerBlaze9]

Go parsons and Dallas cowboys!!!!!!!!

[@brandonbell9785]

“Where are they now” bro it’s been one year 😭

[@WillAnderson3rd]

The Chargers selected Rashawn Slater one spot after Parsons and he was a 2nd team All Pro and Pro Bowler as well...I think a lot of teams are kicking themselves, but I'm very happy with Slater

[@jaredroberts578]

Cowboys fan, and I agree man, solid pick for you all. Can't be mad at that.

[@joshrodriguez4154]

Slater was not 1st team all pro

[@DakBetterThanYourFavoriteQB444]

This is going to turn out to be one of the best drafts of all time.

[@sergiomacias5145]

Denver, Carolina, eagles, giants, etc 😂

[@michaelmichaelagnew8503]

Slater was a great pick, usually takes a few years before Linebackers hit All Pro whether first or second if they ever do. Slater hitting it his first year says allot about the pick.

[@sosajc15]

Guess we know who the true best players of the draft are now. Parsons is above and beyond everyone in this class as it stands today.

[@dravinbarnyard1325]

I was watching the Draft at work and I freaked out when PS2 went #9. Looking back, I’m beyond happy with Parsons. But just imagine PS2 along Diggs tho 🥴🥴🥴

[@rodneyhall3991]

Well I agree but ps2 was injured so who knows

[@kaisercortex4115]

As a Broncos fan I'd see neither of us can complain about those selections. Parsons is obviously a better player than PS2 but Surtain is still great and I'm happy to have him as a part of our defense

[@user-tn3bz9in7n]

To be honest once DEM BOYZ picked him I had to google him up and Man I was so surprised couldn’t do shit but SMILE 😃

[@C3_JJ]

As a panthers fan i wanted micah, horn coo tho if he can stay as good as he was before his injury

[@thegreendank1]

Besides fields, everyone was a stud. Don't think its over for fields, and he showed improvement but we'll see.

[@triplebbb1484]

I was one of very very skeptical of Micah even calling him a waste of draft pick. I’m overjoyed that Micah proves me wrong every game.

[@JohnJohn-sg8df]

How could u say that tho…he was a problem at penn st

[@triplebbb1484]

@@JohnJohn-sg8df Who knew he was such a stud rushing the QB? How many highly drafted traditional linebackers succeeds in the NFL? Again, I’m glad I was so wrong.

[@ggagoots]

I knew this dude was the best defensive.okayer in the draft and damn near best player before the draft. It sounded like my cowboys didn't want him. Thank God they were left with no other option, I'm shocked so many teams passed on him, his film jumped off the screen and punched you in the face

[@YourDaddyismydaddy]

Shows how much linebackers are worth

[@michaelmichaelagnew8503]

He has a sexual assault issue from back in college that had to do with another player. Nothing happened from it but still teams were cautious with him because of it.

[@trewilliams3453]

Trey lance gone be hard asf watch and correction he only had 1 int in college ,guy from my school picked him off

[@coganblaster]

Penn St. poorly used Micah, or he would have made a bigger impact & gone higher. Very glad he ended up in Dallas. Will be a Gold Jacket Cowboy.

[@YourDaddyismydaddy]

He was projected best defensive player though? Hes a linebacker a position that has less value than most other positions.

[@OneOut1]

Baring injury

[@jrockofages5413]

Remember, he missed his last year at PSU with injury

[@ivanl9436]

2:46 When did Nate Sudfeld take the starting job? Did he even played a snap?

[@hiflyer000]

Pretty crazy that everyone outside of the QB's and an injury all had great rookie years. As an Eagles fan I'm totally fine with Smith. If he wasn't limited by a run heavy offense and a QB who isn't a good passer he'd have had a much better year statistically.

[@benjohnston1461]

People also forget he sat out his last year due to vivid which is probably why his stock dropped a bit

[@5STXRMARRMARR]

Parsons can play multiple defensive positions... can't say that about many others.

[@foreversevenfold1666]

I know a lot of my fellow Eagles fans sometimes feel like we messed up not taking Parsons even though we all love Smith, but I think it's important to remember that Dallas would NEVER have traded their pick to us if they thought we were taking Parsons. They'd have gotten him anyway, the Giants would have likely never traded back since Smith would have still been on the board, and then we wouldn't have had either Parsons OR Smith. Ultimately I think it worked out well.

[@foreversevenfold1666]

@Pretend Exactly. They made it no secret that they were eyeing PS2. They maybe still take Horn over Parsons if he was available at the time (maybe) but once they were both gone it was always gonna be Parsons

[@Jeffny13]

Parsons flashed in college but everyone forgot about him cause he took a year off for covid

[@johnd6535]

Trevor is the only one that can explained the rest can't

[@yolo7214]

Parsons is easily one of the best already, but like teams draft for positions they need more than others lol

[@eulalawrence841]

Kyle Pitts had one TD because dude was getting doubled team and triple teamed consistently, AS A ROOKIE. He was literally the Falcon's only receiving threat, and still put up good numbers outside of TD total. If we were to redraft this draft there's still a good chance a decent amount of people would still pick Pitts over Micah. Parsons had one hell of a rookie year but let's not downgrade Pitts and ignore his other numbers by only mentioning his TD total.

[@jaredroberts578]

Easy now, fuzzy lil' man peach. Pitts is a beast. Unfortunately we're looking at two different teams. Shit goes a long way. If Pitts had went to Cincy or LVC, his stats would be much better. That's the draft for yas. Ain't nobody taking anything away from the dude. If they try, hit 'em with facts. Peace and blessings.

[@sergiomacias5145]

Lmao only you would take pitts over parsons 😂😂😂

[@jeremiah817tx]

He was plagued with Urban Myer as his head coach lol

[@ClassyScents23]

I remember watching the draft and praying the Surtain lander to us! When broncos took him, I was pissed Dallas didn’t trade up to get him! Then we take parsons, wasn’t happy at first ! Love the speed but I felt it was gonna be Jaylon smith all overs again! But oh boy was k wrong! Parsons is the best player from this class hands down! Chase 2nd

[@wavytave1348]

I turned the video off when he said he would take chase over Micah. I will take pass rusher over a receiver any day.

[@keithderosas542]

He fell in our lap. We wanted Surtain so bad or Horn. We even TRADED DOWN !!!! and still got him !!!!

[@Dregohard609]

I told my panthers to draft him…Horn is a good pick to but parsons just different!

[@49ersforever90]

To early for this one

[@Bcr26420]

If the Cowboys had a higher pick, they would not have drafted Parsons. Think the good Lord we had the 11th pick

[@JacionBryant]

as a raiders fan we won the draft

[@falsestartfalcon]

Nope yall just like us. Drafting Wr every year

[@dallasdoobman]

Parsons is a HOF draft pick

[@tidbit_yt141]

All the players before him was a good player so no one picked bad

[@michaelcoleman3407]

A “where are they now” video? Bro it’s been 1 year

[@darrondoss8660]

If Parsons can end up with a Ray Lewis. Or Lawrence Taylor type of career I'd be happy with that even if chase has a Randy moss or larry Fitzgerald type of career

[@dbrand1]

chill

[@kendrickburris2139]

Ummm no s*it?

[@darrondoss8660]

Lol i know! but im just saying

[@tdbarry_6874]

This video is about 5 years too early

[@lk2704]

chill chill, it's been a year.

[@normlee6566]

To be fair, how about a post about the players taken after Taco Charlton (TJ Watt, Ramczyk, B. Baker)? or Awuzie (Cupp, Kamara, Godwin)? or jourdan lewis and switzer (E. Jackson, Kittle, Roullier)? or Joey Ivie (Butker)? Or the players taken after Kelvin Joseph (Humphrey, Owosu-Koramora, Samuel Jr., Freiermuth)? Or, Gholston and Nashon Wright (spencer brown, Meinerz, Browning)? Now, some of those players may have been surprises (Kittle and Roullier), but the others were higher--some, much higher--on most mocks--and obviously, other teams' boards-- yet McClay and the Jones' decided to reach. Parsons has been a hit so far, no doubt. But good drafting teams don't pass up on value and don't reach as often as this team does. Whether it's poor evaluation (which I think it is) or Jones not following the board (which at times, I believe is true), this team does not draft as well as some think. How many premium draft picks (rounds 1-3), who are supposed to be eventual long-term starters, in the past 5-6 years have lasted long enough to sign a second contract with the team?

[@AChi__]

Your comment is S.mart A.nd L.ogical T.o Y.ou, H.ating A.nd T.wisting E.verything R.edundantly SALTY HATER. Stay on topic dodo. You are very likely a shameless Sheagles fan, which explains the stinging hurt in your off topic comment 🤣🤣🤣. Hate on hater 🤣🤣

[@patrickburke6095]

Dude it’s been a year lmao

[@canubeetquad]

A little quick with this one, no?

[@amercon6122]

parsons is awesome but i can't see us going with anyone besides jamarr chase

[@phyromhuy7505]

Must be crazy Parsons clearly #1. How mamy times a wr goes #1 over a game wrecking DE/OLB?

[@IrishMarauder14]

If I'm being honest I think Pitts and Chase are gonna have better careers

[@papajohn4103]

Now lance is on the same team as parsons LOL

[@tyronesmith220]

Well safe to say it there was a redraft Parsons is going number one now and it’s not close

[@bigyetter]

Where are they now?!? They're still on the team that drafted them 14 months ago.

[@h.donnellgrayiii4276]

He also won NFL'S FASTEST MAN at the Pro Bowl last season - albeit every fast ass player there didn't even compete due to COVID-19 restrictions

[@nickchana8573]

nah they didn’t want to try, I mean did you see Tyreek Hill lol

[@YourDaddyismydaddy]

Such a terrible achievement 😆

[@Fidje-]

Dude the editing skipped Patrick

[@marquariussimpson-holland9276]

Why is there a where are they now video after only one year?🤦🏾‍♂️

[@richmargin6082]

I was just looking at that list today!! Cause i was thinking of all the teams that passed on justin fields. Both fields and parsons dropped too low

[@DomaniArchived]

Are you trying to sound like Mike Korzemba ?

[@mojojojo8482]

It's HARD to find a generational defensive player!

[@metalorion]

Video has some serious editing issues

[@HowBoutDemBoys]

Go cowboys

[@naquipeace357]

Jamaar is clearly the best player in that entire draft he’s been to a sb already Parsons will never

[@johncraig1431]

No team is going to let the 3rd. Player in the draft sit for a second year.

[@warrenprimas4242]

Don't blame nobody that dude is not as good as you thought!

[@GAMRMNTS2]

Yeah but full blown Brunswick balsa wood lol

[@MehTrigg]

It’s been one year. Plus Kyle Pitts has something to say

[@lwr6762]

Just gotta score some touchdowns