Former Mizzou Tigers tight end Daniel Parker Jr. announces transfer to Oklahoma
.JPG "Missouri tight end Daniel Parker Jr., (center) holds up the ball as teammates Michael Maietti (left) and Javon Foster (right) celebrate his winning catch in overtime against Florida, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Columbia, Mo.")
Former Missouri football tight end Daniel Parker Jr. is transferring to Oklahoma, he announced Wednesday night.
Parker, a Kansas City product by way of Blue Springs High School, entered the transfer portal on Nov. 29.
He now joins new Sooners coach Brent Venables with one season of eligibility left.
Parker played a significant role for Mizzou as its top tight end this season. He was the hero of a Nov. 20 victory over Florida, securing the ball in the end zone on a two-point conversion in overtime to ensure bowl eligibility for the Tigers. He had 12 receptions for 93 yards and three touchdowns in 2021, but was also praised for his blocking ability.
A four-star recruit, Parker signed with Missouri as a defensive end in 2018. He made the switch to offense shortly after joining the team and recorded 41 receptions for 337 yards and four touchdowns through his four seasons with with the Tigers.
He missed half of the 2020 season because of a concussion and missed time in 2019 after an eye infection nearly ended his football career.
