Micah Parsons feels he could realistically return Week 3 or Week 4 in 2026

Micah Parsons is eyeing a return to the field for the Dallas Cowboys early in the 2026 NFL season after recovering from an ACL tear suffered in December. Parsons indicated that while a Week 1 return is unlikely, he is targeting Weeks 3 or 4 for his comeback. This timeline suggests he aims to avoid starting the season on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, which would sideline him for at least the first four games. Parsons emphasized the importance of being fully prepared for the physical demands of the game before returning. In the 2025 season, Parsons was named a first-team AP All-Pro, recording 12.5 sacks, 12 tackles for loss, 26 quarterback hits, two forced fumbles, and one pass defense over 14 games with 13 starts.