Packers Trade Micah Parsons in Blockbuster Deal with Cowboys

The 2025 NFL season kickoff features the Detroit Lions facing off against the Green Bay Packers, who recently acquired star edge rusher Micah Parsons in a blockbuster trade with the Dallas Cowboys. Parsons signed a lucrative extension with Green Bay immediately after the trade, and Lions defensive standout Aidan Hutchinson, who was previously injured in a game against Parsons, expressed focus on the upcoming matchup. The trade was influenced by the Packers losing out on signing veteran edge Dante Fowler, who rejoined the Cowboys, and the Cowboys acquired defensive tackle Kenny Clark and two first-round picks in exchange for Parsons. While Dallas players like Ceedee Lamb expressed disappointment over Parsons’ departure, they acknowledged the value of the incoming players. Meanwhile, the Lions are adjusting to coaching changes with new coordinators John Morton and Kelvin Sheppard, as head coach Dan Campbell emphasizes team chemistry and fundamentals to build on last season’s success. Both teams enter the season with high expectations and determination to improve on their playoff performances from the previous year.