Key Points
- Micah Parsons and head coach Matt LaFleur criticized officiating after Green Bay’s 28–21 win over Chicago.
- Parsons appeared to be repeatedly held by Bears linemen, including right tackle Darnell Wright, without penalties.
- The star pass rusher finished with unusually low stats: one tackle and two pressures.
- Parsons has not drawn a single holding call all season despite being one of the most double‑teamed defenders in the NFL.
- The Packers, now 9‑3‑1, prepare for a potential Week 16 rematch with Chicago amid rising officiating scrutiny.
Parsons Voices Frustration After Key Division Victory
Green Bay Packers standout Micah Parsons didn’t hold back after the team’s 28–21 win over the Chicago Bears on December 7, 2025. Despite the victory pushing Green Bay into first place in the NFC North, the All‑Pro defender expressed frustration with what he described as a season‑long pattern of missed holding calls.
Parsons, who was held without a sack, said he has become “immune” to the lack of flags, suggesting the issue has followed him throughout his career.
Video Highlights Alleged Missed Calls
The controversy centers on several plays where Parsons appeared to be illegally restrained by Bears offensive linemen—most notably right tackle Darnell Wright. Clips shared widely on social media showed Wright wrapping an arm around Parsons’ head and neck and dragging him to the turf, yet no penalties were called.
Head coach Matt LaFleur backed his star defender, telling reporters, “I guess I don’t know what holding is anymore,” underscoring his confusion over the officiating standard.
Impact Felt Despite Low Stat Line
Parsons finished the game with just one tackle and two quarterback pressures—well below his usual production. Still, his presence was felt as he repeatedly collapsed the pocket, helping Green Bay hold Chicago to only seven points in the second half.
A late interception in the end zone sealed the win for the Packers, but the officiating remained a major post‑game storyline.
A Season‑Long Trend Raises Bigger Questions
Reports indicate Parsons has not drawn a single holding penalty during the 2025 season, an unusual statistic for one of the league’s most double‑teamed and physically engaged defenders. The anomaly has fueled debate about whether elite pass rushers are being officiated differently in an era where the league prioritizes offensive output.
The Packers, now 9‑3‑1, control their path in the NFC North, but the officiating scrutiny adds tension as they prepare for a potential Week 16 rematch with Chicago.
What Happens Next
Green Bay will continue to rely on Parsons’ disruptive presence as they push toward the postseason. For Parsons, the focus remains on battling through contact—even as frustration grows over the lack of calls that could impact both his production and the team’s success down the stretch.
