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Micah Parsons: I want to make sure all the small things are fixed before returning

Green Bay Packers defensive standout Micah Parsons emphasized during a recent podcast appearance that his return from last season’s ACL tear will not come before the team’s Week 6 matchup, despite earlier speculation about a sooner timeline. Parsons, who previously played for the Dallas Cowboys, downplayed the emotional weight of facing his old team, instead focusing on ensuring full physical readiness.

He stressed that rushing back prematurely could risk secondary injuries, noting that ACL recovery involves addressing underlying weaknesses beyond just the torn ligament itself. The Packers’ upcoming schedule—including a Week 7 road game in Detroit and a Week 8 Thursday night home match against the Carolina Panthers—could set the stage for Parsons’ return in the second half of the regular season, provided his rehabilitation stays on track.

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