Micah Parsons collected more than his share of awards and distinctions in his rookie season. Tuesday he added to that long list by being named both Rookie of the Year and Defensive Rookie of the Year by the Pro Football Writers of America. Not a bad start to the hybrid linebacker’s pro career.
Parsons was named the Professional Football Writers of America’s Rookie of the Year and Defensive Rookie of the Year on Tuesday. He was also named to the PFWA’s All-NFL and All-NFC teams released on Monday.
In his first NFL season, Parsons became a pivotal player of the highly improved Dallas defense recording 84 tackles, 13 sacks and three forced fumbles in 16 games.