Packers Target Nov. 25 for Micah Parsons’ Return

The Green Bay Packers are targeting Nov. 25 against the Los Angeles Rams for Micah Parsons’ season debut, while expecting the linebacker to begin a gradual return to practice next week, according to reports relaying information from ESPN and NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport. Neither practice participation nor his availability for the game has been confirmed by the team. Parsons has been recovering from a torn ACL in his left knee suffered in Week 15 of the 2025 season. The Packers are expected to open his practice window next week, a step that would allow him to work toward returning to the active roster. Rapoport reported that Green Bay intends to be cautious and build up Parsons’ workload before he plays. James Palmer, an NFL reporter, said an official decision on Parsons’ practice return could come Monday or Tuesday. He described a gradual process and cautioned that Parsons might need more time before appearing in a game. A practice return would not by itself establish that he is ready to play. The Nov. 25 matchup is a reported target, not a confirmed return date. It follows Green Bay’s Week 11 bye, which would give Parsons additional time before the game. The Packers...