
Chris Parson brings big-arm juice and dual-threat flair to Austin Peay
Parson entered the 2026 season as Austin Peay’s preseason UAC Offensive Player of the Year and a Walter Payton Award watch-lister after a breakout 2025 campaign in which he threw for 3,003 yards, 23 TDs, and added 14 rushing scores. He opened 2026 by passing for 308 yards and accounting for two total touchdowns in a 35-17 win, which matches the scouting vibe: efficient, explosive, and dangerous when plays break down. He looks like a strong fit for teams wanting a creator at quarterback, not just a distributor.





