Micah Parsons is aware that he will be playing against a double team for the most of the game when he takes the field. He appears to be getting triple and quadruple-teamed in 2023 when you also consider that he is opposing the officials.
According to Sportradar, Parsons has only received three holding calls on blockers so far this season. This is the case even though numerous images and videos demonstrate that he is being restrained during the game.
Parsons, one of the top pass rushers in the NFL, has gone 42 quarters without being called for a holding call—a practically unheard-of feat.
The situation has gotten so severe that someone has put together a compilation video that shows him being restrained during games.
INSANITY: Micah Parsons; the best pass rusher has not drawn a holding penalty in 42 quarters.
10 and a half games….
Though according to video @MicahhParsons11 has actually been held over 23 TIMES IN THE 42 QUARTER.
ZERO CALLS FROM THE #NFL REFS, INCLUDING THIS ONE👇🤯😳 pic.twitter.com/2y6E0TJJMR
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) January 3, 2024
In terms of pass rush win percentage (37.6%), quarterback pressures (97), and quarterback pressure rate (23%), the 24-year-old continues to lead the NFL.
Although Parsons is undoubtedly on pace to become just the sixth defensive player in NFL history to be selected to the first team of the All-Pro squad in each of his first three seasons, the influence he would have on the game would be amplified were the referees to finally wake up.
Along with Justin Madubuike of the Baltimore Ravens, he has 13 sacks this season, which ties him for eighth place in the NFL.