# Parsons' Injury Casts Shadow Over Packers-Vikings Opener

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Podcast: [Minnesota Vikings News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/minnesota-vikings-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7434914)
Published: 2026-05-20T04:35:41+00:00
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## Resource

Green Bay Packers star defensive player, Micah Parsons, is likely out for Week One against the Minnesota Vikings due to an ACL injury. Parsons, considered one of the best defensive players in the league, is expected to return in 2026 but may miss the first four games. The Packers, learning from last years reliance on Parsons, are taking a cautious approach to his recovery. The Vikings could potentially benefit from his absence, while the Packers other defensive players, including rookies Brenton Cox Jr. and Dani Dennis-Sutton, will need to step up. Despite Parsonss injury, the Week One matchup between the Vikings and Packers promises to be filled with other storylines. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f81fcd3070b13e4f

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