The Chargers agreed to a two-year deal with former XFL tight end Donald Parham, according to The Athletic’s Daniel Popper.
Parham, the 6-foot-8 and 247 pounder enjoyed a productive collegiate career at Stetson, finishing with 180 receptions for 2,591 yards (14.4 yards per catch) and 20 touchdowns. He went on to compete in the Reese’s Senior Bowl.
In 2019, Parham signed with the Lions as an undrafted free agent. He spent a little bit of time there before being released and then eventually picked up by the Redskins. He was waived on cutdown day, signed to their practice squad, but was then released in September.
Parham garnered the attention of the XFL, where he ended up being drafted by the Dallas Renegades. In five games, Parham finished with24 catches for 307 yards and four touchdowns.
Now a member of the Bolts, Parham brings a very intriguing skillset that could have a contribution to the offense next season.
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Parham, the former basketball players wins with his catch radius and length, flashing his seven-foot wingspan. He dominates at the catch point and shows the straight-line speed to attack the seam and make plays down the field and in the red zone.
Even though he was unstoppable in college, he needs some refinement to adjust to more physical defensive backs in the NFL. His route running and blocking require work.
With the Chargers, Parham allows them to run plenty of 12 personnel with him and Hunter Henry. His freakish size and speed makes him a mismatch weapon as a hybrid slot where he could flourish down the seam and in the red zone.