Micah Parsons aims to return for Packers' Week 6 game against Cowboys
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 7:56 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Micah Parsons, the Packers edge rusher recovering from knee surgery, stated that a return for the Week 6 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys is 'very realistic.' Parsons is approximately seven months post-surgery and has about 11 weeks to prepare before the game. Currently on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, he will miss at least the first four games of the season. He reiterated the importance of his recovery work and expressed confidence in his ability to contribute upon return.
- •Parsons suggests a Week 6 return is feasible if recovery continues well.
- •He suffered an ACL tear and meniscus damage in December 2025.
- •Currently, he is on the PUP list and will miss at least four games.
- •Parsons has been training and focusing on improving his movement.
- •The Packers face the Cowboys at Lambeau Field on October 18.
- 9:50 PMESPN — Parsons: Playing vs. Cowboys in Week 6 'realistic'
- 7:56 PMYahoo Sports — Micah Parsons says return by Week 6 vs. Cowboys is 'very realistic'
"When will Micah Parsons return? The Packers edge rusher believes returning by Week 6 against the Cowboys is "very realistic" but a lot of work is ahead.
"Micah Parsons likes his chances of playing in the Packers' Week 6 game against the Cowboys at Lambeau Field.
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External links- ESPNAug 4, 2026, 9:50 PMParsons: Playing vs. Cowboys in Week 6 'realistic'
Micah Parsons likes his chances of playing in the Packers' Week 6 game against the Cowboys at Lambeau Field.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 7:56 PMMicah Parsons says return by Week 6 vs. Cowboys is 'very realistic'
When will Micah Parsons return? The Packers edge rusher believes returning by Week 6 against the Cowboys is "very realistic" but a lot of work is ahead.
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