Mitch Parsons: Rising Football and Basketball Double Threat at Chaparral High

Mitch Parsons played safety before moving to tight end at Chaparral High School in Parker, Colorado. That defensive background showed up in his receiving style: the 6-foot-4 senior attacked the ball in the air rather than waiting for it to arrive.

His athleticism extended beyond football. On the basketball court, Parsons delivered a game-winning buzzer-beater in the playoffs. The two-sport star set his sights on championships in both before graduation, using his combination of size, ball skills, and competitive drive to attract college recruiters.