SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • DETROITNEWS.COM
AJ PARKER
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Nickel corner AJ Parker continues to be pleasant surprise for Lions Parker has been one of the team's better defensive players. According to Pro Football Focus, he's not only been one of the league's most ass...
Active for Week 1 Parker (hip) is active for Week 1 against the 49ers.
Impact Parker had been listed as questionable with a shoulder injury, but he's healthy enough to crack the active roster for the season opener. The undrafted Kansas State product could see a sizable number of snaps due to his defensive versatility.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Slated for starting role Parker emerged as Detroit's top option at nickel back, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News reports.
Impact Parker impressed enough in the preseason to make the Lions feel comfortable about letting go of both Nickell Robey-Coleman and Corn Elder. The undrafted Kansas State product could handle a large portion of the available defensive snaps from the jump.
AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Earning role on defense Parker has worked himself into a significant role within the Lions' defense, Tim Twentyman of the team's official site reports.
Impact The undrafted rookie had reportedly earned first-team reps at nickel corner over the past couple of weeks before earning the start during Saturday's preseason game against the Steelers. Considering Detroit played every other member of its starting secondary, Parker indeed seems to be in the Lions' plans on defense this year.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
