How Micah Parsons flipped ‘switch’ to pull off something he never did with Cowboys
Posted October 21, 2025
Micah Parsons is the gift that keeps on giving for the Green Bay Packers. Green Bay paid a lot when they traded for Parsons, and he has been worth every penny. The superstar edge rusher had one of his best career games in a 27-23 victory over the Cardinals in Week 7.
Parsons logged his first three-sack game of his NFL career in Arizona, per ESPN's Demovsky. He explained that he took his game to another level during the fourth quarter of a close game.
“When it’s time to win a game, something switches,” Parsons said after the game, per Demovsky.
Parsons never pulled off three sacks in the same game with the Cowboys. He did have two-and-a-half sacks on three separate occasions, but never three.
The superstar edge rusher made life tough for Cardinals backup QB Jacoby Brissett. Parsons logged four tackles for loss and five quarterback hurries on top of his three sacks. He absolutely took the game over in the second half.
Parsons noted that he was surprised by how many one-on-one opportunities he received against Arizona. But he certainly did not mind.
“When we get those looks, we've got to take advantage of them,” Parsons concluded.
Packers coach Matt LaFleur explains game-changing decision vs. Cardinals
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Parsons and the Green Bay defense put the team in position to win the game. Jordan Love and the offense delivered with a game-winning drive in the fourth quarter.
Packers coach Matt LaFleur explained what happened during a crucial sequence on that drive.
“When our quarterback’s coming off and I can see the disdain on his face, I looked up at the clock, saw how much time was left,” LaFleur said, according to Sports Illustrated.. “It wasn’t by any means a chip shot, although Lucas has come in and done a hell of a job. So, one of those deals where I was like, no matter what we call, this guy’s going to make it work. And that’s exactly what happened.”
LaFleur initially wanted to kick a field goal with just over two minutes left in the game. But Love convinced him to go for it on fourth down.
Green Bay converted and shortly afterwards scored a game-winning touchdown.
“Didn’t necessarily get the play that we wanted,” LaFleur continued. “But it doesn’t matter sometimes when you have guys that have confidence in what they’re doing, and Tuck did a hell of a job winning on the route, our line protected, and Jordan [Love] gave him a chance, and that’s exactly what it took.”
Next up for the Packers is a Week 8 matchup against Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers.
Lamar Jackson Unleashes Fiery Speech at "No Kings" Protest in Chicago, Criticizes Donald Trump’s Influence on Politics
In an unexpected and impassioned turn of events, Lamar Jackson, the standout quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens, made a surprising appearance at the "No Kings" protest in Chicago, where he delivered a blistering speech aimed squarely at President Donald Trump. The protest, which was organized to challenge the notion of political monarchy and concentrate on rallying for democracy, saw Jackson take center stage and address the crowd with fiery rhetoric.
The protest, which centered around the slogan "No Kings, Only People," sought to reject authoritarian leadership and demand greater accountability from political leaders. Lamar Jackson, while known for his athletic prowess, has gained attention for his increasingly vocal stance on social and political issues. His appearance at the event took many by surprise, but his message struck a powerful chord with the audience.
"I'm tired of seeing this country held hostage by one man's ego," Jackson said, addressing the crowd with intensity. "We can't let someone like Trump dictate the future of this nation. We need real change, not more of the same. It's time for the people to rise up and demand what's rightfully ours - a government that listens to the voices of all its citizens, not just the powerful."
His speech was met with a wave of applause and cheers from the crowd, many of whom echoed his sentiments about the direction of American politics. Jackson's critique of Trump, framed around the idea of rejecting kingship in favor of true democracy, resonated deeply with those gathered in Chicago, who are passionate about dismantling the influence of wealthy elites and ensuring that political power is vested in the people.
Though Jackson's comments have sparked both praise and controversy, they signal his growing influence beyond the football field. With the 2024 election season heating up, his willingness to speak out has drawn attention to the intersection of sports, politics, and the power of athlete activism.
Jackson, whose popularity continues to rise as one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in the NFL, has now solidified his position as not just an athlete, but a politically engaged figure whose voice is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. His message at the "No Kings" protest is likely to fuel further debate as the nation navigates its complex political landscape in the coming months.