Former Notre Dame, UCF offensive lineman Parker Boudreaux makes All Elite Wrestling debut
Former Notre Dame and UCF offensive lineman Parker Boudreaux made a huge move in his post-football career, as he made his official debut in All Elite Wrestling on their AEW Dark show.
Check out Boudreaux show off his agility and ability, broadcasting to the world that he can handle this whole professional wrestling thing.
Originally, Boudreaux joined the Fighting Irish as a four-star recruit in their Class of 2016. According to the On3 Consensus, the former offensive lineman was the No. 20 overall interior offensive lineman in the nation, while also being the No. 32 overall recruit out of Florida, and the No. 244 recruit overall.
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After spending a season with Notre Dame, Boudreaux opted to move on from the Golden Domers, choosing to take his talents back to his home state of Florida and the UCF Knights. Instead of attempting a career in football, Boudreaux took his athletic talents to the world of professional wrestling.
First, Boudreaux was signed by World Wrestling Entertainment, who puts an emphasis on athletic ability and looks over professional wrestling experience when looking for their recruits. After his signing was announcing, immense hype began — Boudreaux even drew comparisons to one of the best to ever grace the squared circle due to his unique look in Brock Lesnar.
Then, Boudreaux would debut under the ring name “Harland” in WWE’s NXT brand. However, the former prized recruit wasn’t progressing enough for management’s liking, and was released as part of a reshaping of the company’s roster.
However, Tony Khan — the leader of All Elite Wrestling — must’ve seen some potential in the former Notre Dame and UCF lineman. After being inked to a contract by the rival promotion and being allowed to wrestle under his own name, Boudreaux seems to have his swagger back as it pertains to the ring.
Up against the much smaller Serpentico, Boudreaux took care of business in his debut in short order. Evidently, AEW has plans to turn the hulking wrestler into a dominant beast, and Khan sees the immense potential the WWE once thought they harnessed.
Nevertheless, Parker Boudreaux is making the most of his second chance in professional wrestling. While “Harland” didn’t work out in World Wrestling Entertainment, the former Notre Dame and UCF offensive lineman is ready to show his worth in All Elite Wrestling.