Dani Dennis-Sutton to be ‘sponge’ around Packers teammate Micah Parsons
Dani Dennis-Sutton was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft and is eager to learn from teammate Micah Parsons. Despite not knowing the Packers were targeting him, Dennis-Sutton received immediate guidance from Parsons after being drafted. He aims to embody a strong work ethic and adapt quickly to the NFL under Parsons' mentorship.
- ▪Dani Dennis-Sutton was selected by the Green Bay Packers with the 120th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
- ▪Micah Parsons, a fellow Penn State alum and star pass rusher, reached out to Dennis-Sutton via Instagram shortly after the draft to offer mentorship.
- ▪Dennis-Sutton emphasized the importance of effort and preparation, citing Penn State's 'never lose one-on-ones' pass rusher rule.
- ▪Packers GM Brian Gutekunst attempted to trade up for Dennis-Sutton but ultimately drafted him at No. 120.
- ▪Dennis-Sutton had not heard from the Packers during the pre-draft process and was unaware of their interest.
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