Overview
- Cincinnati selected St. Xavier graduate Brian Parker II with the 189th pick in the sixth round, bringing him back to his hometown team.
- He appeared in 40 games at Duke and logged more than 2,400 snaps across the offensive line.
- He earned All-American recognition last season from ESPN, Phil Steele, and the Associated Press, along with two All-ACC selections.
- Pro Football Focus graded his 2024 pass blocking at 85.5, the top mark among ACC tackles and fifth among Power Four tackles.
- NFL.com projects starter potential and position flexibility as he becomes the Bengals’ second offensive line pick of this draft, joining fourth-rounder Connor Lew.