Micah Parsons, the Packers’ absolute game-wrecker on defense, just took a massive step toward getting back on the field, participating in practice this Wednesday for the first time since tearing his ACL last December. But don’t expect him to tell anyone when he’s actually suiting up for a game, not even his own family. He’s playing it close to the vest, and it sounds like that’s bad news for opposing offenses.
The “One Day At A Time” Comeback Trail
Parsons’ return to practice was huge, even if he was limited to individual work. It’s the first time we’ve seen him out there since that nasty ACL tear from last December. Head coach Matt LaFleur is playing it cool, saying the team is taking it “one day at a time” as Parsons gets back up to speed. LaFleur did say he’s hoping Parsons will be ready for game action sooner rather than later, which, come on, who isn’t? This dude is a difference-maker.
Keeping Everyone Guessing: Even His Own Mom
Here’s where it gets interesting, and frankly, pretty smart. While reports have been floating around that the team is targeting the Week 12 Thanksgiving Eve game against the Rams for his return, Parsons himself isn’t committing to a specific date. He was straight up in a post-practice chat, saying, “I won’t say too much because even if I did play, I don’t want them to game plan for it.” You gotta love that. He wants it to be a surprise, a “fulfilling moment” for him and the staff, without the added pressure of a countdown clock. He even talked about his family asking if they should buy flights! His response: “You can buy your flight and cancel last minute, that’s up to you, but I’m not going to pinpoint a day to disappoint anyone or get people expectation.” That’s the ultimate mic drop right there.
So, while everyone, especially the Rams, is trying to figure out if Parsons will be a Thanksgiving Eve surprise, the man himself is making sure nobody knows a thing. It’s all about taking it one day at a time for Parsons and the team, building him back up. When he finally does make that return, you know it’s going to be electric.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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