Myles Garrett and Micah Parsons debate NFL's best player claim
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 12:18 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Myles Garrett and Micah Parsons engaged in a discussion about who is considered the best player in the NFL during a recent episode of Iron Sharpens Iron. Garrett, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year, humorously dismissed Parsons' claims of being the best, pointing out Parsons has yet to win a similar award. The debate highlighted their competitive spirits ahead of the upcoming matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Los Angeles Rams on Thanksgiving Eve. The two players will have a chance to showcase their skills in that game, further fueling their rivalry over the title of the league's top player.
- •Myles Garrett and Micah Parsons debated best NFL player on Iron Sharpens Iron.
- •Garrett is the reigning Defensive Player of the Year and sack record-holder.
- •Parsons has yet to win a Defensive Player of the Year award.
- •The Packers will face the Rams on Thanksgiving Eve.
- •Garrett and Parsons' rivalry adds excitement to their upcoming game.
- 12:18 PMYahoo Sports — Myles Garrett and Micah Parsons debate who is NFL's best player
"Myles Garrett and Micah Parsons went back and forth, each claiming they are the best player in the NFL.
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