<p>Parkinson’s Week 1 showing undercuts the big offseason signing narrative, as production dropped and fumbles re-emerged. The mismatch with Higbee’s target profile fuels questions about usage and the value of investing at the position in fantasy leagues.</p><p>Fantasy takeaway: Parkinson’s upside hinges on role and red-zone opportunities; if Higbee dominates early, Parkinson’s path to consistent fantasy value thins, making him a riskier ride in shallow rosters.</p>

Parkinson is listed as doubtful with a shoulder issue, nudging the Rams toward heavier reliance on multiple tight-ends formations and quick-pass schemes to compensate for interior protection concerns.

Parkinson’s shoulder status adds a depth note at tight end, with a rest-day implication that could shape Ram’s tight end usage and short-yardage packages as Week 2 approaches.

Parkinson joined Higbee and Allen as part of the Rams’ TE depth in Week 1, contributing to the two-TE look that pressured Houston into base defense. His on-field presence offered receiving and blocking utility that aided McVay’s versatile attack.

Parkinson’s health status could influence how often the Rams lean on two-TE sets. If he’s available, Parkinson may share targets with Davis Allen in the TE room, affecting red-zone and short-yardage plays.