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Micah Parsons Targets Early 2026 Return, Eyes Week 3–4 After ACL Surgery

Team optimism meets medical caution over the strength rebuild required for an elite pass rusher.

Overview

  • Parsons said he is “flying” in rehab and expects a realistic Week 3–4 debut without opening the season on injured reserve.
  • He described Week 1 as a stretch while targeting a first‑quarter 2026 return following his late‑season torn ACL.
  • Defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley predicted Parsons will come back even better and suggested a run at the single‑season sack record.
  • A CBS Sports injury analyst warned that rebuilding lower‑body strength to withstand high‑level pass rushing will drive the actual timeline.
  • Green Bay also expects tight end Tucker Kraft to be ready for Week 1 and defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt for training camp.