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Packers and Commanders Clash in Highly Anticipated NFC Showdown
10 Sep
Summary
- Packers and Commanders, two NFC playoff teams from last season, face off
- Micah Parsons reunites with Commanders coach Dan Quinn, his former mentor
- Parsons aims to disrupt Commanders' offense with his dominant pass-rushing skills
On Thursday, September 10th, 2025, the Green Bay Packers will host the Washington Commanders in a crucial NFC showdown. Both teams made the playoffs last season and are expected to be contenders again in 2025.
The Packers are coming off a strong Week 1 win over the Detroit Lions, which also marked their first game with star linebacker Micah Parsons in the lineup. The Commanders, on the other hand, were a bit more up and down in their season opener, but they managed to shut down the New York Giants' offense in a 21-6 victory.
Thursday's game will be a special reunion for Parsons, as he will face off against his former mentor, Commanders head coach Dan Quinn. The two worked together with the Dallas Cowboys when Quinn was the defensive coordinator, and Parsons has nothing but praise for his former coach, calling him a "father figure" and "uncle" who has always looked out for him.
Parsons, an All-Pro linebacker, will be the key to the Packers' defensive efforts against the Commanders. While he didn't have a full workload in Week 1 due to a lingering back injury, there's a chance he sees more snaps in this game as he continues to get settled with his new team. Even in limited action last week, Parsons managed to log two pressures and a late sack, showcasing his ability to disrupt the opposing offense.
The Commanders' offense, led by quarterback Jayden Daniels, will have its hands full trying to contain Parsons. Daniels is known for his elusiveness, but Parsons may be the best-equipped player to bring him down. This intriguing matchup between two of the NFC's top teams is sure to be a must-watch game in Week 2.
