T. J. Parker

Tomarrion Jamar Parker (born September 19, 2004) is an American professional football outside linebacker for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Clemson Tigers and was selected by the Bills in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft.

Early life Parker was born on September 19, 2004 in Knoxville, Tennessee. An army brat, Parker moved several times growing up before his family settled in Phenix City, Alabama. Parker attended Central High School in Phenix City where he played under Patrick Nix, the father of Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix. As a senior he had 63 tackles and 12 sacks. Parker was selected to play in the 2023 All-American Bowl. A four star prospect, he originally committed to Penn State University to play college football before changing to Clemson University.

College career Parker earned immediate playing time his true freshman year at Clemson in 2023. He recorded his first career sack in his second game against the Florida Atlantic Owls.

Statistics + YearTeamGamesTackles Total Solo Sacks 2023 Clemson 13 32 17 15 12.5 5.5 2024 Clemson 14 57 35 22 19.5 11.0 2025 Clemson 12 37 19 19 9.5 5.0Career 39 126 71 55 41.5 21.5

Professional career

Parker was selected by the Buffalo Bills with the 35th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft.