The Green Bay Packers suffered a major blow during the game against the Denver Broncos. Other than losing 26-34 to the home team, their defensive end, Micah Parsons, suffered an injury that ended his season.
The non-contact injury happened in the second half of the game. Parsons was chasing the Broncos quarterback, Bo Nix, when he pulled up and fell to the ground. The 23-year-old immediately grabbed his knee.
The sight sent shockwaves across the Packers fanbase as many worried it could lead to a disastrous outcome. On Monday, news came out that Parsons had torn his ACL and will be ruled out for the rest of the season.
Discussing the injury and the events that preceded it, Ryan Clark, on ESPN’s NFL Live, pinned the blame on Nix. It’s worth noting that he didn’t hint at a malicious intent from the Broncos QB that might’ve aided the non-contact injury.
Clark praised Parsons for elevating the Packers and giving the team a new look. However, he believes that in his pursuit to give his best for the team, he ended up hurting himself, and Nix played a huge role in it.
“Micah Parsons is hurt because of Bo Nix,” Clark said. “And I’m not saying it’s one of those things that’s Bo Nix’s fault but the violence in which Micah Parsons had to chase Bo Nix the entire second half was extremely evident.”
“Micah Parsons is hurt because of Bo Nix. … The violence in which Micah Parsons had to chase Bo Nix the entire second half was extremely evident.”
—Ryan Clark on Bo Nix’s performance against the Packers 📈 pic.twitter.com/ZdwJVqvvkg
— ESPN (@espn) December 15, 2025
Clark said that stopping Nix was Parsons’ priority throughout the game, and he was willing to do anything to make that happen. But Nix was playing at such an elite level that it made the job so much more difficult for Parsons.
Micah Parsons Promised to Rise Again
Parsons had 41 total tackles, 12.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles, which helped keep the team in the NFC North race. Now that he won’t be around for the Packers for the rest of the season, Rashan Gary will be stepping up to get the job done.
Parsons, on the other hand, is now fully focused on recovery and comeback. Despite the setback he’s facing, the DE refuses to admit defeat. He posted a motivational message on his social media, telling his fans that he will be back soon.
“I may be sidelined, but I am not defeated,” Parsons wrote. “This injury is my greatest test—a moment God allowed to strengthen my testimony. I believe He walks with me through this storm and chose me for this fight because He knew my heart could carry it.”
“I’m deeply grateful to the Packers organization and my teammates for their unwavering support, love, and belief in me during this season. I trust His timing, His plan, and His purpose. I will rise again.”
I may be sidelined, but I am not defeated. This injury is my greatest test—a moment God allowed to strengthen my testimony. I believe He walks with me through this storm and chose me for this fight because He knew my heart could carry it. I’m deeply grateful to the Packers… pic.twitter.com/KZy6TZKJfs
— Micah Parsons (@MicahhParsons11) December 15, 2025
The road to recovery from ACL injuries isn’t easy, but considering how motivated he is, Parsons is going to be back stronger than ever.
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