Micah Parsons could miss first five games for Packers this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 2:42 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Green Bay Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons may remain on the PUP list to start the season. While expected to miss at least the first four games, a patient recovery approach might delay his return until closer to midseason. Parsons aims to avoid re-injury after undergoing ACL reconstruction and meniscus cleanup. His brother, Terrence Parsons Jr., hinted that Week 8 is a more realistic return date. The Packers are set to play critical games against the Bears, Cowboys, and Lions during Parsons' potential absence.
- •Parsons expected to begin the season on the PUP list.
- •Recovery may delay his return until Week 8.
- •Pacers face Bears, Cowboys, and Lions in Weeks 5-7.
- •Parsons aims for 100% health before returning to play.
- •His brother suggests setting realistic expectations for return.
- 2:42 PMYahoo Sports — Will Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons wait until Week 8 to return?
"Taking a patient approach might mean Micah Parsons doesn't return to the game field until midseason.
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