Parsons will not play in tonight’s Week 6 Sunday Night Football matchup as he continues to recover from the ACL injury. He remains on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, and Green Bay has not activated his practice window or announced a return date. The team indicated that Parsons will likely need several weeks of practice reps before he is cleared to play.
What we know about Parsons’ injury and potential return timeline:
– Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said the team is waiting for medical clearance. “As soon as they give us the green light, he’ll be out there,” LaFleur stated. He added that Parsons is a physical specimen, but emphasized that both legs must be in balance to avoid compensatory issues.
What did the Packers trade Cowboys in the Micah Parsons deal?
– The trade sent Parsons to Green Bay in exchange for veteran defensive tackle Kenny Clark and two first-round picks (2026 and 2027). Dallas used the additional draft capital to pursue another trade with the New York Jets for Quinnen Williams. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer noted the need for better play across the board and expressed optimism about the long-term impact of the added picks.
Cowboys ownership and stance on the trade:
– Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has reiterated support for the decision to trade Parsons, stating that he is pleased with the overall results of the deal as of now, despite Parsons not having played this season.
Summary:
– Parsons remains out with an ACL injury, on the PUP list, and has not yet been cleared to practice. The return timeline depends on medical clearance and continued rehabilitation, with officials indicating a multi-week preparation period before any potential game action. The trade that brought Parsons to Green Bay and the accompanying draft picks has reshaped both teams’ rosters, with ongoing assessments of long-term outcomes.
