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Micah Parsons is gearing up to deliver a performance reminiscent of Michael Jordan in Sunday night’s game against the Eagles. The star linebacker for the Cowboys has been added to the team’s injury report with an illness, but the team has announced that he is still expected to play.
Parsons is reportedly battling the flu, according to NFL Media
In “The Last Dance” documentary, Jordan famously stated that he was battling food poisoning and managed to score 37 points in Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals. This legendary performance was immediately hailed as the “Flu Game.” If Parsons is able to make a significant impact in a game with major playoff implications, he could receive similar praise.
Philadelphia (10-2) is currently the NFC’s top team, while Dallas (9-3) is in fifth place. However, a Cowboys win would create a tie between the division rivals with three weeks remaining in the regular season.
Even if he is physically compromised, Parsons’ mere presence will undoubtedly make an impact on Sunday night. The 24-year-old former first-round pick currently leads the Cowboys with 11.5 sacks. His contribution has been even more crucial following Leighton Vander Esch’s season-ending (and potentially career-threatening) injury.
