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Packers List Micah Parsons as Limited, LaFleur Hopeful for Week 1 vs. Lions

LaFleur says the star pass rusher will test his back this week to determine his Week 1 availability.

Overview

  • Green Bay listed Micah Parsons as a limited participant on Wednesday’s initial injury report ahead of the Detroit game.
  • Matt LaFleur said he is hopeful Parsons will play and the team will gauge his response to practices before making a decision.
  • Parsons is rehabbing a lower‑back issue, with reports indicating he may need an epidural to manage a sprained L4–L5 facet joint.
  • The All‑Pro arrived in a trade from Dallas for Kenny Clark and two first‑round picks and subsequently signed a four‑year extension with the Packers.
  • Quarterback Jordan Love has practiced after mid‑August thumb surgery and is expected to be available for the opener.