Known for his elite athleticism, versatility, and ability to disrupt offenses, Parsons has quickly established himself as one of the league's most dominant defensive players. He played college football at Penn State, where he was a standout linebacker before being selected by the Cowboys as the 12th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Parsons immediately impacted his rookie season, earning NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year honors and receiving All-Pro recognition. He set a franchise rookie record for sacks and is widely regarded as a Defensive Player of the Year candidate.