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Micah Parsons Surprised by Packers Fans’ Affection — and Their “Thank You” to Jerry Jones

GREEN BAY, WI —  Hours before the opener at Lambeau Field, Micah Parsons paused as he walked along Lombardi Avenue: across from the stadium, fans had hung a massive piece of street art—Parsons in Green & Gold, alongside a cheeky “thank you” aimed at Cowboys owner Jerry Jones for last week’s stunning trade.

No grand speeches or formal welcomes—just color, brushstrokes, and the buzz of the Lambeau community, enough to stop the Packers’ new defensive star in his tracks. From Penn State to Dallas and now Green Bay, Parsons is no stranger to bright lights; still, the Green Bay way—playful yet sincere—caught him off guard.

Honestly, I didn’t expect to be welcomed this warmly,” Parsons said after a light practice. “I respect my past in Dallas and Chairman Jerry Jones, but what Green Bay fans did today says one thing: from this moment on, I belong to the Green & Gold. Thank you for believing in me—now it’s time to repay it with work.

The mural’s appearance on the eve of kickoff turns a trade headline into a reminder of the Green Bay standard: love of football tied to responsibility and effort on every snap. Even without a full training camp with his new team and while on a managed workload for some back tightness, Parsons is expected to appear in situational rush packages—just when the Packers need extra edge pressure against Detroit.

For the fans, the “thank you” to Jerry Jones may be a bit of intentional humor; for the locker room, it’s a signal: Parsons is expected to be a difference-maker. From Lombardi Avenue to the Lambeau goal line, the story is ready—and Parsons knows his part: turn that warm welcome into blistering attacks on the opponent’s backfield.

49ers Fan-Favourite OL Faces Family Tragedy Ahead of Week 6 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
San Francisco 49ers rookie offensive lineman Dominick Puni is mourning a devastating personal loss following the team’s Week 5 matchup, as his cousin Justin Fuller, a respected military-trained skydiving instructor, died in a tragic tandem jump accident near Nashville.Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his parachute harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters.Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending its personnel for the effort. Justin Fuller, known by the nickname "Spidey," died after a tandem skydiving jump went wrong on Oct. 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee. (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey) Fuller, known affectionately as “Spidey,” had completed more than 5,000 jumps and trained U.S. military personnel in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused, and committed to lifting others higher — both in life and in the air.” Puni, whose mother is the younger sister of Fuller's , grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose. Family members say that influence helped shape his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Dominick that strength isn’t about being unbreakable — it’s about standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how Dominick lives and plays today.” Puni, a rookie out of Kansas, has steadily earned the 49ers’ trust along the offensive line, praised for his physicality in the run game and poise in protection. Coaches describe him as “wise beyond his years.” The 49ers have privately offered support and time for Puni and his family, ensuring he can process the loss away from team obligations. Teammates have rallied behind him, honoring his family’s resilience and service background. The FAA is investigating the incident, while tributes to Fuller — under his nickname “Spidey” — continue to flood social media from military peers, skydivers, and fans nationwide. “He taught others to fly — now he’s flying higher than all of us,” one tribute read.