Micah Parsons, the star pass rusher for the Green Bay Packers, openly admitted he did not expect the Kansas City Chiefs to begin the 2026 NFL season with an unblemished 3-0 record. His skepticism stemmed from the Chiefs’ disappointing 2025 campaign and a major roster overhaul during the offseason.
After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2014, Kansas City faced widespread uncertainty about its ability to remain competitive. The team parted ways with several key veterans, leading many analysts and players alike to doubt the Chiefs’ capacity to sustain their previous dominance in the league.
Unexpected Start to the Season
Yet, defying expectations, the Chiefs surged through their first three games unbeaten, a feat that caught Parsons by surprise. “For how much they let go, I didn’t think they’d be able to do this,” he remarked. “They’re one of the most impressive 3-0 teams.”
Throughout the Patrick Mahomes era, Kansas City has been a defining force in the NFL, but last season’s failure to secure a playoff berth marked a significant setback. The offseason departures of established talent only added to the doubts surrounding the team’s prospects.
Parsons’ comments reflect the broader narrative of a team presumed to be in transition but instead demonstrating resilience and strong performance early in the season. As the Chiefs continue to defy the odds, their undefeated start commands attention across the league, including from prominent opponents like Parsons and the Packers.