Micah Parsons is an American professional football defensive end currently playing for the Green Bay Packers in the NFL. He gained prominence during his college career at Penn State University, where he achieved consensus All-American status. Notably, he was recognized as the Big Ten Linebacker of the Year in 2019, showcasing his exceptional talent and impact on the field.
In 1925, Curly Lambeau, the team founder, wore the number 1 which was not worn by a Packer in the regular season since then until Parsons chose to wear it.
In 1926, Curly Lambeau, the team founder, wore the number 1 which was not worn by a Packer in the regular season since then until Parsons chose to wear it.
On May 26, 1999, Micah Aaron Parsons was born. He is an American professional football defensive end.
In the spring of 2016, Penn State University offered Parsons a football scholarship and he initially committed.
On December 20, 2017, Micah Parsons recommitted to Penn State University after initially decommitting.
In May 2018, Micah Parsons became the father of a son named Malcolm.
In 2019, Micah Parsons was named the Big Ten Linebacker of the Year and earned consensus All-American honors while playing college football for the Penn State Nittany Lions.
In 2019, Parsons was named the Butkus–Fitzgerald Linebacker of the Year and a consensus All-American after totaling 109 tackles and five sacks. He was also named the 2019 Cotton Bowl Classic defensive MVP.
In 2019, during his freshman year, Parsons led the Nittany Lions in tackles with 82, despite only starting one out of 13 games. He also had 4 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, 10 quarterback hurries and 2 forced fumbles.
In 2020, Micah Parsons cited concerns regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and the health and well-being of his son Malcolm as a major factor in his decision to opt out of the college football season.
In 2020, Micah Parsons opted out of the season due to concerns regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
In October 2020, Isaiah Humphries filed a lawsuit against Penn State University alleging hazing. Humphries claimed Parsons was among the players involved.
In April 2021, Parsons addressed hazing allegations, stating they were false and there were no pending issues against him.
On June 9, 2021, Micah Parsons signed his four-year rookie contract with the Dallas Cowboys, worth $17 million.
In 2021, Micah Parsons was named Defensive Rookie of the Year after being drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the first round.
In 2021, Parsons completed his degree in criminology and graduated from Penn State, also declining his remaining years of college eligibility to enter the NFL draft.
On December 8, 2022, Micah Parsons expressed disappointment on Twitter that the U.S. prisoner swap with Russia, resulting in the release of Brittney Griner, did not include Paul Whelan.
During Week 5 of the 2022 season, Parsons had two sacks against the Los Angeles Rams, earning him NFC Defensive Player of the Week. He also had a 36-yard fumble return in Week 8. At the end of the year, he was named a first-team All-Pro.
In 2022, Micah Parsons was ranked 16th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.
On January 14, 2023, Micah Parsons welcomed a daughter.
In 2023, Micah Parsons was ranked ninth by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.
In Week 2 of the 2023 season, Parsons earned NFC Defensive Player of the Week. He finished the season with 14 sacks and earned Pro Bowl honors.
On February 16, 2024, Parsons played in the NBA All-Star Weekend Celebrity Game. He finished with 37 points, 16 rebounds, and four steals, earning him the Most Valuable Player award.
On April 24, 2024, the Cowboys picked up the fifth-year option on Parsons' contract.
On May 14, 2024, Parsons signed a multi-year extension deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, becoming president of B/R Gridiron.
In August 2024, Paul Whelan was released in the 2024 Ankara prisoner exchange.
In 2024, Micah Parsons was ranked 17th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.
On August 1, 2025, Micah Parsons requested a trade from the Cowboys, expressing his reasoning through a statement on his personal Twitter account.
On August 28, 2025, Micah Parsons was traded to the Green Bay Packers and agreed to a four-year, $188 million contract, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.
In 2025, Parsons was traded to the Green Bay Packers due to a contract holdout with the Cowboys. He signed a four-year $188 million extension, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history at the time.
The lion Panthera leo is a large cat species native...
College football is a popular amateur sport in the United...
The Dallas Cowboys are a professional American football team competing...
Football encompasses a variety of team sports centered on kicking...
Dallas is a major city in Texas United States and...
The New York Jets are a professional American football team...
6 days ago Steve Nash critiques Deandre Ayton's Lakers role, urging more dynamism for success.
32 minutes ago Spoelstra regrets Ware decision after Heat loss; Knecht as superstar solution?
5 months ago Pirates face frustrating loss against Padres due to missed call, manager ejected.
14 days ago Doncic's words to Reaves after injury; Lakers preview without LeBron James.
5 months ago Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley criticize TNT's NBA pregame interviews on 'Inside the NBA'
15 days ago Damar Hamlin and TJ Sanders Placed on Injured Reserve; Milano Out
The White House located at Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington...
George Soros is a Hungarian-American investor and philanthropist with a...
Bernie Sanders is a prominent American politician currently serving as...
XXXTentacion born Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy was a controversial yet...
Steve Irwin the Crocodile Hunter was an influential Australian zookeeper...
Charlie Kirk is an American right-wing political activist entrepreneur and...