Micah Parsons names Joe Burrow as the best quarterback he has faced
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Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Green Bay Packers defensive player Micah Parsons identified Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow as the most challenging signal-caller he has competed against during his NFL career. Speaking on a Bleacher Report podcast, Parsons praised Burrow’s level of play and performance history. The defensive player specifically referenced a 2024 game at a Dallas Cowboys home venue where Burrow completed 33 of 44 passes for 369 yards and three touchdowns, securing a 27-20 win for Cincinnati. Parsons noted that Burrow is the only quarterback to register a passer rating over 110 against his defense. While Burrow has six years of starting experience, he has appeared in two playoff games and has yet to reach a Super Bowl. Parsons suggested that a healthy 2026-27 campaign could further establish Burrow as a top-three quarterback across the league.
- •Micah Parsons stated on a podcast that Joe Burrow is the best quarterback he has ever played against.
- •Burrow recorded a 112.8 passer rating in a 2024 win against a Parsons-led defense.
- •Parsons highlighted that other top quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen have not recorded a passer rating over 110 against him.
- •Burrow threw for 1,809 yards and 17 touchdowns during the previous season while missing nine games due to injury.
- •Parsons suggested a healthy 2026-27 season is necessary for Burrow to be considered an undisputed top-three quarterback.
- 10:32 AMYahoo Sports — Micah Parsons admits Joe Burrow ‘might be the best QB’ he’s ever played against
"Green Bay Packers OL Micah Parsons couldn’t hide the truth about Joe Burrow when asked about the best QBs he’s played against. Burrow has been leading the Cincinnati Bengals as their starting QB for six years, but has led the franchise to just two playoff appearances and is still chasing the Super Bowl.
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