Micah Parsons Opens Up About Myles Garrett’s Surprising Words That Fueled a Thanksgiving Masterclass.QQ
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Micah Parsons showed up on Thanksgiving with more than just a plate of turkey in mind-he came to feast on quarterbacks. In a statement win over the Lions, Parsons led the Packers’ defense with a performance that reminded everyone why he’s one of the most feared edge rushers in the game. With 2.5 sacks and four quarterback hits-many of them coming in high-leverage moments-Parsons was a disruptive force from start to finish.
But before he even stepped on the field, Parsons got a little extra fuel from someone who knows a thing or two about dominance in the trenches: Myles Garrett. The Browns’ All-Pro pass rusher reached out to Parsons the morning of the game with a simple but powerful message: “I hope you go be great.” That’s not just friendly banter between elite defenders-that’s one generational talent recognizing another.
“Myles is somebody that’s been so good to me,” Parsons told reporters after the game. “He reached out this morning, was like, ‘I hope you go be great.’” And that’s exactly what Parsons did.
What we’re seeing between these two isn’t just mutual respect-it’s a torch being passed back and forth between the top dogs in the pass-rushing world. Garrett, fresh off a three-sack demolition of Geno Smith and the Raiders, has been on a tear of his own.
That performance was one of the most dominant defensive showcases we’ve seen all season. But Parsons isn’t just keeping pace-he’s making history.
Thursday’s 2.5-sack outing pushed Parsons to 12 sacks on the year, marking his fifth straight season hitting that number. That’s not just impressive-it’s unprecedented.
He’s now the first player in NFL history to record 12 or more sacks in each of his first five seasons. Think about that: in a league where offensive lines are bigger, faster, and more technically sound than ever, Parsons continues to find ways to break through.
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It’s not just about the stats, either. Parsons’ impact goes beyond the box score.
His timing, his explosiveness off the edge, and his ability to disrupt even the most well-designed plays make him a nightmare for opposing offenses. And when he’s clicking, like he was on Thanksgiving, the entire Packers defense feeds off that energy.
The connection between Parsons and Garrett adds another layer to this story. These are two of the most dominant defenders of their generation, and while they may be on different teams, they’re clearly pushing each other to new heights. It’s the kind of rivalry built on respect, the kind that elevates both players-and the game itself.
So while the Packers’ win over the Lions was big in the standings, it also served as a reminder: Micah Parsons isn’t just chasing greatness-he’s setting the standard. And with guys like Myles Garrett in his corner, the bar just keeps getting higher.
