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Micah Parsons Champions Big Ten Amid College Football Shift

1/21/2026

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Micah Parsons of the Green Bay Packers criticized the SEC and highlighted the Big Ten's resurgence.
He cited Indiana's recent victory over Miami as evidence of the Big Ten's strength.
Parsons said the Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) era and the transfer portal have reshaped college football, allowing athletes to switch schools.
He expressed hope that his former team, Penn State, can rebound under new leadership after a disappointing season.

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Micah Parsons of the Green Bay Packers criticized the SEC and highlighted the Big Ten's resurgence.
He cited Indiana's recent victory over Miami as evidence of the Big Ten's strength.
Parsons said the Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) era and the transfer portal have reshaped college football, allowing athletes to switch schools.
He expressed hope that his former team, Penn State, can rebound under new leadership after a disappointing season.