Keynan Parker

Keynan Parker is a Canadian former professional football defensive back who played for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League. He was drafted 42nd overall in the 2012 CFL draft by the Montreal Alouettes. He played college football with the Oregon State Beavers and Simon Fraser Clan.

Early life

During his amateur playing days, Keynan was also an accomplished track and field athlete and often distinguished himself as one of the fastest players on his team. In 2007, he set the Canadian youth record in the 200 meter sprint at the Royal Canadian Legion Nationals before placing fifth at the World Youth Track and Field Championships in the 100 meter dash with a time of 10.61 in that same year.

Professional career

Montreal Alouettes

Parker was drafted 42nd overall in the 2012 CFL draft by the Montreal Alouettes and signed with the club on May 17, 2013. Parker was part of the final cuts following the Alouettes' training camp in 2013.

BC Lions

Parker then signed with the BC Lions on June 25, 2013. He signed a two-year contract extension on January 4, 2017, keeping him signed with the Lions through the 2018 season. He was released by the Lions on May 11, 2018.

Personal life

Keynan's father, James "Quick" Parker, is a member of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame.