Overview
- Parsons recorded a key sack of Aaron Rodgers during Green Bay’s 35-25 victory in Pittsburgh, bringing his season total to 6.5.
- Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin praised Parsons as "an alien" and emphasized staying out of one-dimensional situations to reduce his chances to take over.
- Pittsburgh linemen said Parsons is relentless and noted the Packers move him inside, outside and at linebacker to stress protections.
- Packers coach Matt LaFleur and quarterback Jordan Love credited Parsons’ intelligence and intense practice habits for his immediate impact.
- Sportsbooks list Parsons as the Defensive Player of the Year favorite, with the shortest odds at both FanDuel and DraftKings.