Micah Parsons. Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Green Bay Packers GM gets honest about Micah Parsons trade

Originally posted on Total Pro Sports | By Orlando Silva | Last updated Feb 27, 2026 9:49 PM ET

The Green Bay Packers made a huge splash ahead of the 2025 NFL season. They traded for Dallas Cowboys unhappy star Micah Parsons days before kickoff, sending two first-round draft picks and Pro Bowl defensive lineman Kenny Clark to Dallas.

Parsons agreed to a four-year, $188 million contract extension with the Packers, starting a new era in his NFL career. His impact on the defense was immediate, as he put pressure on Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff as soon as he stepped on the field, helping the Packers upset the Lions in the season opener.

Unfortunately, Parsons’ season was cut short due to a torn ACL. He played 14 games, recording 41 tackles, 12.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and one pass defended. Despite putting solid numbers, some questioned whether the Packers made the right choice in signing him.

Green Bay Packers GM makes thoughts clear on Micah Parsons trade

Nov 10, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers defensive end Micah Parsons (1) during the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

On Tuesday, Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst was asked about whether he had any regrets about trading for Micah Parsons. Gutekunst made it clear the team was happy with the Penn State product.

“During a lengthy session Tuesday at the NFL combine with writers who cover the Packers, Gutekunst said he is ‘absolutely’ glad he made the trade,” ESPN’s Rob Demovsky wrote. “During separate sessions with Wisconsin television stations and then later at the podium in the media center, Gutekunst said he had ‘no regrets’ and ‘none’ about the move.”

With Parsons sidelined, the Packers lost momentum and ended the season on a 0-4 run, including the playoffs. They will try to bounce back in 2026, with a healthy Parsons leading the defense.

This article first appeared on Total Pro Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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