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TJ Parker

LB

TJ Parker came into the league as a 2nd-round selection (35th overall) in 2026, drafted out of Clemson. He's currently with BUF, in his 1st season in the league.

Size

6'3", 263#

College

Clemson

Draft

Rd 2, 35th overall (2026)

Seasons

2026–2026

2026 ScoutIndex Rating · DEF

Methodology
46.5

49th percentile among DEFs · limited sample

5 games

Splash plays×0.15+1.19
Pass rush×0.3-0.30
Ball skills×0.25-0.61
Run defense×0.2-0.71
Availability×0.1+0.49

Career (regular season)

SeasonTmSIGPass ydsPass TDRush ydsRush TDRecRec ydsRec TD
2026BUF46.55

Career profile

TJ Parker has appeared in 5 regular-season games across 1 NFL season on file, all with BUF.

2026 splits

regular season

2026 game log

WkOppLineScore
Week 1HOU—40.7
Week 2DET—40.6
Week 4NE—64.5
Week 5LAR—41.1
Week 6LV—39.6

TJ Parker — common questions

What position does TJ Parker play?
TJ Parker is listed as an LB.
Which teams has TJ Parker played for?
In the seasons on file (1999 onward), TJ Parker has played for BUF (2026).
Where did TJ Parker go to college?
TJ Parker played college football at Clemson.
When was TJ Parker drafted?
TJ Parker was selected in round 2, 35th overall, of the 2026 NFL Draft.
How many touchdowns has TJ Parker scored?
TJ Parker has no rushing, receiving or passing touchdowns in the regular-season games on file.
What is TJ Parker's ScoutIndex Rating?
TJ Parker rated 46.5 for 2026, the 49th percentile among DEFs (provisional or limited sample). Ratings run 0–99; about 60 is a league-average qualified starter.

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Top teammates, last season on file

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