Packers have officially placed Micah Parsons on IR
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Bears head coach Ben Johnson downplayed the absence of Parsons ahead of Saturday's huge NFC North clash at Soldier Field. But the Packers' previous opponents this season — including Johnson's Bears — have told a different story.
Parsons is unlikely to win it this year, either, with Myles Garrett the overwhelming favorite to win defensive player of the year. Garrett is 6.5 sacks ahead of Parsons and on pace for the all-time single-season record.
Green Bay Packers defensive end Micah Parsons sacks New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston for a loss of 7 yards forcing a turnover on downs. Watch the best plays from Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy's three-touchdown game against the ...