As the contract standoff between the Dallas Cowboys and linebacker Micah Parsons continues, fans are becoming increasingly convinced that a trade is inevitable. For one former NFL general manager, there are a few viable options out there.

When Micah Parsons rolled out his trade request two weeks ago, it quickly became known the Cowboys had no intention of granting it. Considering Parsons’ status as Dallas’ top player and one of the league’s best overall talents, no deal ever seemed realistic.