The Facts: We've all been hearing all spring about how Parker is taking better care of his body, is running better, is working harder on his craft. "Because I wasn't healthy, I couldn't do what I wanted to do," Parker said of his 2016 season, when he had 56 catches for 744 yards and four touchdowns in 15 games. "It's hard when you're injured. I feel 100 percent. I feel better. Coaches knows what I can do and seen the progress."
Diehards Line:
Parker said he has made the changes necessary to thrive. Those changes include hydrating more; being diligent about stretching before and after practice; eating the right nutrition (somebody made meals for him last season); and sleeping at least eight hours a night. He said all of that has made a difference. Being healthy also has helped; his past foot and hamstring problems are now behind him. It'll be interesting to see if Parker can make good on his undeniable talent. That's he's doing the kind of things necessary to maximize his potential is a good sign.