This article has been updated with the latest information.

Micah Parsons, a key defender for the Dallas Cowboys, was taken off the field on a cart during Thursday night’s game and required assistance to get back to the team bus after the match.

Post-game, he was seen limping significantly as he exited the bus shortly after the Cowboys had returned to Texas following their victory over the New York Giants.

Initial reports suggest that Parsons is dealing with a high-ankle sprain, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, although he will need an MRI to confirm the full extent of the injury.

Here’s the complete rundown on Micah Parsons’ injury:

What did Coach Mike McCarthy say on Friday?

The Cowboys’ head coach addressed the injuries affecting Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence (who hurt his foot), indicating that Lawrence’s injury is more severe. McCarthy mentioned that both players are seeking second opinions and that the injuries are “worse than we expected.”

Video of Micah Parsons Leaving the Team Bus

You can watch the video of Parsons carefully stepping off the Cowboys’ team bus after returning to Dallas following the game against the Giants:

When did Micah Parsons get injured?

Parsons sustained his ankle injury with under four minutes remaining in the game. He was blocked by the Giants’ center, John Michael Schmitz, who fell onto Parsons after colliding with right guard Greg Van Roten.

“As I was planting, a guy fell on me,” Parsons explained after the game.

What did Micah Parsons say about X-ray results on his ankle?

Parsons confirmed he injured his left ankle but reported that the X-rays came back negative.

Why was Micah Parsons taken off the field during the Cowboys vs. Giants game?

A cart was used to transport Parsons immediately after his injury to help him navigate while in pain.

He was seen walking with difficulty as he exited the field, struggling to bear weight on his left leg and requiring assistance from trainers. He was then taken to the locker room on the cart, with his left shoe removed, and was visibly limping afterwards.

How long might Micah Parsons take to recover?

Recovery from a high ankle sprain can take between 6 to 8 weeks, which involves damage to the ligaments that link the tibia and fibula, as stated by the Cleveland Clinic.

A study from 2022 released by the National Institutes of Health confirmed that athletes typically need about 5 to 8 weeks to recover, depending on their treatment plan.

How many games might Micah Parsons miss?

The Cowboys have a 10-day break before their next game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on October 6; however, this may be too soon for Parsons to return. Their game in Week 6 at home against the Detroit Lions on October 13 is likely also too early for him.

The Cowboys will have a bye week in Week 7, and they return to the field on October 27 against San Francisco, which will be four weeks post-injury for Parsons.

Upcoming games for the Cowboys after the four-week mark include matches against the Atlanta Falcons (November 3), Philadelphia Eagles (November 10), Houston Texans (November 18), and Washington Commanders (November 24).