Packers' Rashan Gary on new teammate Parsons: "It's gonna be scary for teams."

The Green Bay Packers have acquired star defensive end Micah Parsons from the Dallas Cowboys in a blockbuster trade that involves two first-round picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark.

Why it matters: This trade significantly alters the dynamics for both teams involved and showcases the Packers' commitment to building a formidable defense ahead of the upcoming season.

• Parsons, who has quickly established himself as one of the league's premier defensive talents, is expected to enhance the Packers' pass rush and overall defensive scheme.
• The Cowboys, meanwhile, are reallocating resources to strengthen their roster while parting ways with a player who was pivotal to their defense.

What’s new: With this acquisition, Parsons signed a four-year, $188 million contract extension with the Packers, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.

• The deal includes $120 million fully guaranteed, reflecting the team's investment in his talent and potential impact.

Between the lines: Despite dealing with an L4/L5 facet joint sprain, Parsons’ presence is anticipated to uplift the entire Packers defense.

• He practiced for the first time with the team on Monday as a limited participant and may receive an injection before the season opener against the Detroit Lions.

Yes, but: The trade raises questions about the Cowboys' long-term strategy, especially as they give up significant draft capital and a key player.

• Kenny Clark, initially a cornerstone of the Packers' defensive line, will now play for Dallas, where he will be expected to fill a critical role in their defensive setup.

What to watch: The synergy between Parsons and other players on the Packers' defense, such as Rashan Gary, could yield significant results.

• Gary, who has amassed 39 sacks in six seasons, noted that the combination of talent within the defense could create "scary" scenarios for opposing offenses.
• Rasheed Walker, a former college teammate of Parsons at Penn State, believes Parsons will open up opportunities for both the secondary and offensive units.

The bottom line: As the regular-season opener looms, the Packers' acquisition of Micah Parsons sets the stage for a potentially dominant defensive performance, while the Cowboys will need to adapt to life without their star edge rusher.

• Both teams now face critical adjustments; the Packers aim to leverage Parsons’ skills to bolster their playoff aspirations, while the Cowboys must recalibrate their defensive strategy moving forward.