Packers Ready for 2026 Season as Love Expresses Optimism and Parsons Nears Return

Green Bay’s training camp opened this week as the Packers begin shaping their 2026 roster. Quarterback Jordan Love told reporters he is "excited" and confident in the roster, praising the new contributors such as Tyrod Taylor, Javin Hargrave and rookie Skyy Moore while acknowledging the departure of several veterans.

The team also faces a key health question: defensive star Micah Parsons, who tore his ACL and meniscus in December, is slated to return to practice by late September under the NFL’s nine‑month recovery rule, with a possible game debut in Week 5 or 6. Other injured starters—tight end Tucker Kraft, defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt and right tackle Zach Tom—are on track to be ready for Week 1.

Roster projections suggest a 53‑man squad featuring 24 offensive players (including Love and two quarterbacks) and 26 defensive players. The outlook hinges on how quickly Parsons and the other injured players can contribute and how the new additions integrate into LaFleur’s system.