Nobody can dispute the athletic ability of Dallas Cowboys linebacker, and former Penn State star, [autotag]Micah Parsons[/autotag]. In a short period of time, Parsons has already established himself as one of the best defensive players in the NFL with a unanimous selection as a defensive rookie of the year and turning in Pro Bowl seasons in each of his first two full seasons in the league. But some still recall the days of Parsons on the high school football fields causing problems for opposing defenses as a standout running back.
Parsons played for Central Dauphin and Harrisburg when in high school, prior to accepting a scholarship offer from Penn State. In addition to playing masterful defense, Parsons used his size and athleticism to his team’s advantage at running back and special teams returns. He even dabbled in some kicking as well!
USA TODAY Sports took a look back at his high school career with memories shared by high school coaches who faced Parsons on the opposite sideline. The story also takes a look at Parsons’ journey which included playing for Central Dauphin’s freshman team when he was in eighth grade.
“I think everybody felt that his versatility at his talent level was probably generational,” said Central Dauphin head coach Glen McNamee. “Just wasn’t something that was seen much, if not ever, around here.”
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Former Governor Mifflin head coach Mick Vecchio sums it up best by simply saying Parsons “was a monster among boys.”
You can read the full story about Micah Parsons and high school career via USA TODAY Sports.
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