Injuries played a role in the Lions signing of WR Anthony Parker, but he also provides the opportunity to put a Canadian into a position that has been occupied by an International, freeing up a spot elsewhere for an American. The statement below that Parker had 36 catches in 108 games is incorrect. He had 178 receptions over his career of 108 games for 2,245 yards, with 36 catches in 2017 for 482 yards. (https://www.bclions.com/players/anth...rker-2/158171/)
https://www.bclions.com/2018/09/04/p...ng-right-home/As the injuries and inconsistencies continue to pile up on the west coast, getting a receiver of Parker’s calibre made perfect sense especially when you consider he gives the Lions options when it comes to the ratio. Should he get an opportunity in Emmanuel Arceneaux’s spot, it gives them the luxury of starting an American at a different position.
It also doesn’t take a medical doctor to point out that this receiving corps has been battling a case of the “drops” lately, especially on the heels of their most recent defeat against Saskatchewan. In 108 career games with the Stampeders, Parker recorded 36 catches, 15 of those for touchdowns. One other thing the offence can certainly benefit from is the big game experience he brings to the table.
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