Packers Acquire Micah Parsons, Revive Historic No. 1 Jersey

Micah Parsons has been traded from the Dallas Cowboys to the Green Bay Packers, signing a historic four-year, $188 million contract, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. Parsons will wear the No. 1 jersey, becoming the first Packers player to do so since team founder Earl "Curly" Lambeau wore it in 1926, a number that had been unofficially retired for nearly a century. The choice of number 1 connects Parsons directly to the franchise's origins and legacy, as Lambeau not only played but also coached the Packers to multiple championships, and the stadium is named in his honor. Parsons previously wore No. 11, which remains with Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed, who had unsuccessfully sought No. 1 himself. The trade involved the Packers sending defensive tackle Kenny Clark and two future first-round picks to Dallas, signaling a major roster overhaul and a significant investment in Parsons's impact on their defense. Fans and analysts are eager to see how Parsons will carry on the historic legacy tied to the No. 1 jersey in the upcoming NFL season.