Micah Parsons’ Expected Packers Return Date Revealed
After months of waiting for Micah Parsons' highly anticipated return, Green Bay Packers fans may not have to wait much longer.
The Green Bay Packers are anticipating Micah Parsons, their defensive end, to return to practice next week following knee surgery. However, his debut on the field may be weeks away. Parsons, who suffered an ACL tear in his left knee during a loss to the Denver Broncos in December, is not expected to play in the upcoming Sunday game against the Patriots.
While the Packers have one more game before their bye week, it appears most likely that Parsons could return for the Week 9 rivalry match against Minnesota. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the team and Parsons are aiming for the Thanksgiving Eve game against the Rams, which would be a welcomed sight for Packers supporters.
Traditionally, teams wait at least nine months after ACL surgery before bringing players back to practice, and at 10 months post-surgery, Parsons is practically at that threshold. Parsons had initially aimed for a return in Week 6, but he has been cautious, emphasizing the need to address underlying issues in his knee. The Packers lead the NFL with 22 sacks, six of which came from Parsons, who also contributed 12.5 last season. His return will undoubtedly bolster Green Bay's defensive capabilities.
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