Micah Parsons is all of us right now, with the tax season knocking on everyone’s doors. There is hardly a person who feels differently than Parsons about paying taxes. Waking up and seeing Uncle Sam waiting to take hard-earned cash away is not a scene anyone enjoys. Once again, Parsons has expressed his true feelings about taxes—sentiments that resonate with many.

Parsons came across a post from his teammate Osa Odighizuwa on X that read, “When I was in high school, I used to think people were bad for not wanting to pay taxes. I guess I’m a bad person.” The statement reflects a common shift in perspective. In childhood, there is often a belief that those who avoid taxes are in the wrong. However, once adulthood begins and personal earnings come into play, the reality of taxation becomes clearer. The realization dawns: this is why people dislike paying taxes. Nobody enjoys watching a portion of their income disappear at the hands of the government.

While it is the duty of a responsible citizen, Micah Parsons has never hidden his lack of enthusiasm for taxes. Re-tweeting the post, he wrote, “Lol I guess that signing bonus hit 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 them mfs said snatchies.” Parsons referenced Osa’s $20M signing bonus from his $58M extension, implying that a significant portion was taken in taxes. Given the substantial amount, Osa likely saw a considerable sum deducted by the federal government.

Micah Parsons might be joking about Uncle Sam taking a cut, but soon, it’ll be Jerry Jones watching his own cash disappear when Parsons’ price tag hits $40M—and counting. As for Parsons, he is still playing under his $17M rookie contract signed in 2021. With $17M in guarantees, he has never been shy about expressing his distaste for paying taxes. A look back at last year provides further insight into his views.

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On the eve of the Texas tax filing deadline in 2024, Micah Parsons tweeted, “Man I just did taxes!! Wow! Just re-evaluated my whole life!!” Given his rookie contract, which earns him a base salary of $4.2M, he could have owed approximately $494,406 in federal taxes alone. Fortunately for him, Texas does not have state income tax; otherwise, he would have been subject to even higher deductions. But that’s not the end of the story!

What’s more baffling is the fact that Parsons’ future tax burden may increase significantly once his contract extension is finalized. Currently, expectations suggest that he could soon become the highest-paid non-QB in the league.

Is Micah Parsons going to snatch Ja’Marr Chase’s crown?

As usual, the Cowboys may have shot themselves in the foot yet again with their contract negotiations approach. In an offseason where Maxx Crosby and Myles Garrett wore the highest-paid non-QB crown briefly. Parsons is expected to not just win that crown but also hold it for a long time. As per Saad Yousuf of The Athletic, Parsons’ price has shot up by at least $5.25M after Ja’Marr Chase’s $161M extension.

“The Cowboys are still waiting. What was $35M in December is now $40.25M. When Parsons said he didn’t need $40M per season in December translates in March to not needing $45M per season.”

The prediction holds weight. Given the recent reset in the edge rushers’ market, Micah Parsons will likely demand a contract worth at least $40M per season. At a younger age than both Crosby and Garrett, Parsons holds significant leverage in negotiations. Coming off a 12-sack season in just 13 games, he has once again demonstrated his importance to the Cowboys’ defense.

If Dallas decides to break the bank for Parsons, it would not be surprising. Instead, it would be yet another instance where Jerry Jones’ reluctance to finalize contracts early leads to a financial setback.