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Revisiting Packers Trade for Micah Parsons After Bears’ Jeffery Simmons Blockbuster

Revisiting Packers Trade for Micah Parsons After Bears’ Jeffery Simmons Blockbuster

Almost exactly 14 months ago, on Aug. 28, 2025, the Green Bay Packers announced they had made a blockbuster trade for Micah Parsons. While general manager Brian Gutekunst went out of his way not to say it, it was meant to be the final piece of the Packers’ championship puzzle.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 29
Week 8 TNF: Panthers-Packers Preview, Prop Picks, Prediction

Week 8 TNF: Panthers-Packers Preview, Prop Picks, Prediction

The last-place Green Bay Packers will try to bounce back from a mistake-filled defeat when they host the first-place Carolina Panthers on Thursday night to kick off Week 8 of the NFL season.

Green Bay Packers News / Viral Sports News / October 29
Packers’ Jordan Love Gets Pointed Elite Take From Adam Schefter

Packers’ Jordan Love Gets Pointed Elite Take From Adam Schefter

ESPN’s Adam Schefter said on Get Up on Thursday that Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love has not proven he is elite, and that no quarterback proves it in October.

Green Bay Packers News / Packers Coverage / October 29
Packers’ Rushing Attack Hits Level Unseen Since 1946

Packers’ Rushing Attack Hits Level Unseen Since 1946

The Green Bay Packers have run for 419 yards through seven games. That works out to 59.9 per game, last in the NFL. The 1946 Detroit Lions are the last team to finish a season below that average.

Tucker Kraft News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz
The 'Active 5-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz
Green Bay Packers News / Packers Coverage / October 29
Packers Showing Interest in Another Stunning Trade Before Deadline

Packers Showing Interest in Another Stunning Trade Before Deadline

Easton Butler of Packer Report posted Thursday morning that the Green Bay Packers and Cincinnati Bengals have called the Tampa Bay Buccaneers about defensive tackle Vita Vea, citing unnamed sources.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Bryce Young News / Athlon Sports / October 29
How the Packers' 38.5% Pressure Rate Without Blitzing Collides With Bryce Young's League-High 44.3% Against Four Rushers

How the Packers' 38.5% Pressure Rate Without Blitzing Collides With Bryce Young's League-High 44.3% Against Four Rushers

Bryce Young probably won’t see many blitzes from the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night, and that’s the problem for Carolina. Green Bay pressures quarterbacks

Josh Jacobs News / Athlon Sports / October 29
Josh Jacobs vs. Panthers Week 8: Four Expectations for Packers RB

Josh Jacobs vs. Panthers Week 8: Four Expectations for Packers RB

Josh Jacobs still hasn’t let go of the one that got away. His missed catch spoiled a productive return in Detroit, and the Green Bay Packers running back told reporters this week it was “a play that literally hit both hands.” Thursday night at Lambeau Field gives him a quick chance to answer it.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 29
Here's What Should Scare the Green Bay Packers About the Carolina Panthers in Week 8

Here's What Should Scare the Green Bay Packers About the Carolina Panthers in Week 8

Most Green Bay Packers fans saw the score of the Carolina Panthers’ 43-13 loss to Tampa Bay and moved on. That’s understandable, but the Panthers still lead the NFC South, and they bring a few problems to Lambeau Field that a short-handed Packers roster can’t wave off.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / October 29
Packers receive major relief ahead of 'Thursday Night Football,' and nobody is happier than Jordan Love

Packers receive major relief ahead of 'Thursday Night Football,' and nobody is happier than Jordan Love

Wide receiver Matthew Golden carries a questionable tag into the Week 8 game against the Panthers after a short week of walkthroughs. The Green Bay Packers received a major boost ahead of their Week 8 matchup against the Carolina Panthers on “Thursday Night Football,” and quarterback Jordan Love should be the happiest person in the building.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 29
Nearly Every NFL Expert Is Taking the Packers Over the Panthers, but Nobody Sees a Blowout

Nearly Every NFL Expert Is Taking the Packers Over the Panthers, but Nobody Sees a Blowout

Green Bay Packers fans looking for a bounce-back night at Lambeau Field have most of the national media on their side. Four days after a 20-17 loss in Detroit, the Packers are the popular pick to beat the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night Football.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / October 29

Packers Must Put Their New Center in Veteran Hands

With Josh Jacobs back in the lineup, the Packers have a chance to get their offense going. But his return will mean little if the blocking doesn’t improve.

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The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz
The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz
 The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz
The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz
The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz
 The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Announcers, Referees, and Jersey Combinations for Packers Week 8 Matchup vs. Panthers

Only days after having their three-game winning streak snapped, the Green Bay Packers will get right back to it, returning home to face the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night Football.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / October 29
Report reveals why it was always likely Parsons wouldn't return before November 

Report reveals why it was always likely that Packers' Micah Parsons wouldn't return from injury before November 2026

Parsons is recovering from the torn ACL he suffered last December.

Matt LaFleur on Micah Parsons' potential return to practice: 'I sure hope so'
NFL Week 8 prime-time predictions: Eagles keep plummeting, while Seahawks keep soaring
Packers may need to start worrying about rookie kicker Trey Smack 
The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29
NFL kickers struggling in 2026 as missed kicks reach five-year high

NFL kickers struggling in 2026 as missed kicks reach five-year high

The NFL's kicking game has taken a surprising step backward during the 2026 season.

Packers may need to start worrying about rookie kicker Trey Smack 
Chiefs send clear message to Harrison Butker with bold Justin Tucker move
Matt LaFleur on Micah Parsons' potential return to practice: 'I sure hope so'
Are Chiefs going to make a move at wide receiver?
The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz
Matthew Golden News / Field Level Media / October 28
Packers WR Matthew Golden questionable vs. Panthers on Thursday

Packers WR Matthew Golden questionable vs. Panthers on Thursday

Green Bay wide receiver Matthew Golden is among four Packers players listed as questionable for the team's home game Thursday night against the Carolina Panthers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28
NFL Week 8 prime-time predictions

NFL Week 8 prime-time predictions: Eagles keep plummeting, while Seahawks keep soaring

Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each.

4 wide receivers emerging as the true go-to targets in the NFL
Two-minute drill: Ravens-Bills face off in huge AFC battle, divisional rematches, Colts clean house and more
Matt LaFleur on Micah Parsons' potential return to practice: 'I sure hope so'
The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz
Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / October 28
Packers may need to start worrying about rookie Trey Smack

Packers may need to start worrying about rookie kicker Trey Smack 

Smack came to Green Bay with a ton of promise. He was hailed as the top kicker in the 2026 NFL Draft coming out of Florida, and the Packers even traded up into the late sixth round to select him.

Matt LaFleur on Micah Parsons' potential return to practice: 'I sure hope so'
4 wide receivers emerging as the true go-to targets in the NFL
NFL Week 8 prime-time predictions: Eagles keep plummeting, while Seahawks keep soaring
Two-minute drill: Ravens-Bills face off in huge AFC battle, divisional rematches, Colts clean house and more
The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz
Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / October 28
Plenty to Build On, Plenty to Improve in Green Bay

Plenty to Build On, Plenty to Improve in Green Bay

You watch the game on Sunday, and despite another difficult loss, I think you had to feel pretty good about what you saw from the Green Bay Packers. Sure, the final score wasn’t what anybody wanted, but for much of the afternoon, it felt like a game the Packers were in control of and probably should have won.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / October 27
Matt LaFleur on Micah Parsons' potential return to practice: 'I sure hope so'

Matt LaFleur on Micah Parsons' potential return to practice: 'I sure hope so'

Green Bay Packers superstar pass-rusher Micah Parsons has not played football since an ACL tear he suffered on Dec. 14, 2025. 

Packers' Tucker Kraft still optimistic after tough loss to Lions
Packers' Xavier McKinney calls out officiating as team's roughing penalties pile up
4 wide receivers emerging as the true go-to targets in the NFL
NFC North teams are dominating the NFL, but they have one problem: each other
The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz
Green Bay Packers News / Trade Talk Sports / October 27
Packers get referee’s admission, but the Devonte Wyatt debate isn’t over

Packers get referee’s admission, but the Devonte Wyatt debate isn’t over

Green Bay Packers fans wanted an explanation after Sunday’s 20-17 loss to the Detroit Lions.

Report: Packers C Sean Rhyan (ankle) out at least a month
Packers' Tucker Kraft still optimistic after tough loss to Lions
Packers' Xavier McKinney calls out officiating as team's roughing penalties pile up
The 'Season rushing-TD leaders by team' quiz
Sean Rhyan News / Field Level Media / October 27
Report: Packers C Sean Rhyan (ankle) out at least a month

Report: Packers C Sean Rhyan (ankle) out at least a month

Packers center Sean Rhyan likely will be sidelined at least a month with a high-ankle sprain, CBS Sports reported Tuesday. Rhyan, 26, sustained the injury during the first quarter of Sunday's 20-17 loss at Detroit and did not return to the game.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 27
4 wide receivers emerging as the true go-to targets in the NFL

4 wide receivers emerging as the true go-to targets in the NFL

Four players have established themselves as the true go-to receivers in 2026.

Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori warns NFL about 'unguardable' Jaxon Smith-Njigba after win over Chiefs
Trey McBride, others take spotlight in Week 7 for National Tight Ends Day
Early returns on Seahawks WR Rashid Shaheed's knee injury ‘positive’
NFL Week 7 winners, losers: Joe Burrow rallies Bengals; huge day for running backs
The 'NFL Offensive POY winners' quiz
Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / October 26
Packers' Tucker Kraft still optimistic after tough loss to Lions

Packers' Tucker Kraft still optimistic after tough loss to Lions

The Green Bay Packers were hoping to secure a four-game winning streak and perhaps put the pain of their tough start to the 2026 season firmly in the past. Instead, all of the question marks and issues that plagued the Packers during their 1-2 start popped up in their Week 7 loss to the Detroit Lions on the road.

Packers' Xavier McKinney calls out officiating as team's roughing penalties pile up
Tom Brady’s commentary on Lions-Packers refs is drawing attention
NFC North teams are dominating the NFL, but they have one problem: each other
Trey McBride, others take spotlight in Week 7 for National Tight Ends Day
The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz
Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 26
Packers C Sean Rhyan, LB Zaire Franklin To Miss Time

Packers C Sean Rhyan, LB Zaire Franklin To Miss Time

The Packers fell to 4-3 with a loss in Detroit on Sunday. They will be without a key presence on both sides of the ball for the time being. Center Sean Rhyan exited the game early and did not return.

Xavier McKinney News / Yardbarker / October 26
Packers' McKinney calls out officiating as team's roughing penalties pile up

Packers' Xavier McKinney calls out officiating as team's roughing penalties pile up

Green Bay dropped to 4-3 and last place in the NFC North.

Packers get hosed by a ridiculous roughing-the-passer call vs. Lions
The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

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