Micah Parsons is embarking on a new journey in the NFL following thetrade heard ’round the world on Thursday. The Dallas Cowboys dealt Parsons to the Green Bay Packers in a groundshaking swap that also moved veteran nose tackle Kenny Clark and a couple of future picks in the first round of the 2026 and 2026 NFL drafts.
The dust in the wake of that trade has yet to settle, but what’s clear is that Parsons is indeed now in Green Bay’s fold. Defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley must have yet to wipe the smile off his face, as his defense is set to enjoy the services of the devastatingly talented pass rusher.
One concern about Parsons, however, is whether he’ll be sharp right away. His holdout in the offseason meant he didn’t get enough time on the field to practice within a team setup.
Parsons can’t wait to practice with the Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Rasheed Walker
Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Rasheed Walker (63) is shown during the fourth quarter of their preseason game Saturday, August 23, 2025 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Green Bay Packers beat the Seattle Seahawks 20-7.
On Friday,Parsons stood behind the podiumfor the first time since becoming a Packer. Parsons, who put pen to paper for a four-year, $186 million contract, said what he told a former college teammate, as he looks to get back to it on the field following a long saga with the Cowboys.
ViaMatt Schneidman of The Athletic:
Micah Parsons is close with Rasheed Walker since they were Penn State teammates. Parsons told the Packers LT to prepare for an intense practice week.
“I ain’t put my hands on somebody in so long.”
Walker can use some reps facing Parsons, a fellow ex-Penn State Nittany Lions star. Although Walker is viewed as the starting left tackle, Jordan Morgan is still a threat to be the starter in that position. Walker and Parsons played together for two seasons at Penn State.
Green Bay Packers, Micah Parsons
Green Bay Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons speaks during an introductory press conference on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers made a trade with the Dallas Cowboys on Aug. 28 to acquire Parsons in exchange for defensive tackle Kenny Clark and two first round picks.
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