Micah Parsons links ACL injury to absence from training camp in 2025
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:47 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Micah Parsons discussed his ACL injury sustained in Week 15 against the Broncos, attributing it in part to not attending training camp in 2025. Speaking to reporters, he mentioned that the combination of previous injuries and missing camp likely overloaded his body. Parsons did not negotiate a contract with the Cowboys, resulting in his trade to the Packers shortly before the season began. He signifies a return to stability and strength in his current condition. The conversation around player negotiations and training camp timing has been reignited by his comments.
- •Parsons sustained his ACL injury in Week 15 against the Broncos.
- •He did not attend training camp last year while negotiating a contract.
- •Parsons was traded to the Packers shortly before the regular season.
- •He feels stronger and more stable currently after his injury.
- 5:47 PMYahoo Sports — Micah Parsons points to "no camp" in 2025 as contributing factor to ACL tear
"Old-school coaches will often attribute missed practice time in training camp to serious in-season injuries, like torn ACLs.
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