Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys have been on a roll, securing consecutive wins as they head into the holiday season. The Cowboys’ last defeat came against the Cincinnati Bengals on December 9, when they fell 27-20 at AT&T Stadium.
Reflecting on that game during a recent episode of his podcast, The Edge with Micah Parsons, the Dallas linebacker shared his thoughts on the loss and gave credit to Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow.
Parsons highlighted Burrow’s standout performance, acknowledging the quarterback’s crucial role in the Bengals’ victory. Burrow threw for 369 yards and three touchdowns, leading Cincinnati’s offensive charge.
“This version of Joe Burrow is the best quarterback in the NFL,” Parsons remarked. “This healthy Joe Burrow—the anticipation, his IQ—if you’re talking about who’s playing the best quarterback football right now, it’s Joe Shiesty. He’s the best quarterback in the NFL.”
Statistically, Burrow has been dominant this season. He has racked up 39 passing touchdowns, 4,229 yards, and a 68.9% completion rate. These numbers place him at the top of the NFL in both passing touchdowns and passing yards.
Burrow’s stellar play has also fueled the success of wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, who leads the league in receptions (108), receiving yards (1,510), and touchdowns (16).
However, despite Burrow’s impressive performance and the Bengals’ offensive firepower, Cincinnati sits at a 7-8 record. The team’s early-season struggles have put them in a tough spot, though a recent three-game win streak has kept their playoff hopes alive.
While Burrow’s stats make a strong case for him as the NFL’s best quarterback this season, the Bengals’ record dampens what might have been an MVP-worthy campaign.
