Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons is airing out his grievances after a nail-biting game that left the team on the losing end of a 22-20 score against the Miami Dolphins. Parsons, who has become known for his tenacity on the field, took to both the press and social media to express his clear frustration with the officiating that he felt targeted the Cowboys unfairly.

The All-Pro backer’s temper flared particularly over a roughing the passer penalty that he deemed unjust, which was a key moment in the Dolphins’ surge ahead. Parsons said, “It’s mind-blowing, the things that are getting called, the positions we get put in”, according to FOX 4 News.

Undeniably steaming after the game, Parsons continued to promptly vent on his social media. Taking to his Instagram Stories, he posted a picture trying to break free from a hold by two Dolphins linemen, captioned, “Free me dawg!!! Whatever I did to the officials I’m sorry.”

This outcry comes after a dry spell in drawing penalties, with the team’s website noting Parsons has gone 38 straight quarters without a holding penalty being called in his favor, despite an impressive season tally of 13 sacks and tying his career high with 30 quarterback hits, as per FOX 4 News.

The controversial roughing of the passer call was particularly aggravating for the linebacker. Parsons’ hit on Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was flagged, leading to a Miami touchdown moments later. “How am I trying to punish him if I’m just trying to sack him?” Parsons questioned. He emphasized the lack of aggressive intention, stating, “It’s not like it’s a late hit. I didn’t leave my feet. I didn’t lead with my head”, according to OutKick.

However, the rough officiating seemed to briskly cut both ways. Dallas benefited from a disputed roughing the passer penalty against Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins earlier in the game, which extended a Cowboys drive. Critics might suggest that swayed calls are an unfortunate part of the game affecting both sides.

Meanwhile, Micah Parsons, who had seven tackles in the game, will likely have to reconcile his ire with the realization that officiating is an imperfect aspect of the sport and focus on the challenges ahead as the season progresses.