2026 Senior Bowl Notebook Day 2: Former projected first-rounder could be back in the conversation after great set of practices
Notes from Day two of the Senior Bowl.
Day two of the Senior Bowl is always the most important every year. The day one jitters are gone, and for the most part, Thursdays turn into a glorified walkthrough. Stacking days is the best way to turn a solid practice into a solid week.
Well, in our day two notebook, more than a few players have done that in Mobile in 2026, and we name them in day two of our Senior Bowl notebook.
T.J. Parker, EDGE, Clemson
There was a time not so long ago that T.J. Parker was being mocked at the top of this class. After a down year at Clemson, he’s taken a steep fall down the board, but the first two days in Mobile could have teams buying the dip in his market, because there is a good shot he will shoot up the board.
“Parker looks good, he might be a top 50 pick,” said one source after watching him practice.
The traits are evident, and in a class that lacks a lot of premier, or high-end talent, Parker could be a riser again.
Gennings Dunker, OL, Iowa
Dunker is one of the top players in what is viewed as the second tier of tackles in this draft class. However, he’s been repping at both guard and tackle this week, and he has looked great.
“Dunker was winning a lot, he’s a great tackle,” one source told A to Z Sports at practice.
Teams always need tackles, and among the other positions in the draft. With Dunker’s tape, and of course, the Senior Bowl, he could be a riser after this week.
Nadame Tucker, EDGE, Western Michigan
A small-school pass-rusher dominated the Senior Bowl? Stop me if you have heard that before.
“Tucker has been one of the biggest revelations this week, showcasing a well-rounded pass rush arsenal,” one source told A to Z Sports.
Xavian Sorey Jr., LB, Arkansas
Sorey might come off as a smaller body, but he’s hasn’t show it this week. Playing with a downhill thumping mentality, Sorey has shown the ability not only to win in his run fits, but also to cover ground as a coverage backer.
“Sorey Jr. is only listed at 220 pounds, but he hit like he weighed 250 pounds. He accomplished everything a team can ask for in a single practice,” a source told A to Z Sports.
Day three of the Senior Bowl is the final chance for the winners from day one and day two to stamp their week in Mobile. Keep it locked on A to Z Sports for more Senior Bowl content and reaction this week.
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