The Vikings claimed former Oklahoma DB Steven Parker off of waivers on Thursday.
With the Dolphins last season, Parker started in four games, and played in 14 total. He finished with19 tackles, 14 of which were solo, two interceptions and three pass deflections.
Parker played for the Sooners from 2014 to 2017. He finished with 146 career solo tackles, and two inceptions. He finished with 11 tackles for a loss and 3.5 sacks. He saw playing time early, starting in all 13 games as a freshman at Oklahoma. He earned Second-Team All Big-12 honors in his sophomore and seniors seasons.
He originally entered the NFL as a undrafted free agent, and signed with the Rams in 2018. He was with Los Angeles’ practice squad through the 2018 season before being released.
Parker has always thrived as a playmaker across all levels of football, but has yet to find a consistent role with an NFL team.
The Vikings have recently had one of the better secondary’s in the league, and Parker could fit in nicely in Minnesota.
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