Clemson prospects Peter Woods, T.J. Parker, and Avieon Terrell are being evaluated for the 2026 NFL Draft, with a focus on how they could fit into the Chicago Bears' defense. Woods is highlighted as a standout defensive tackle with impressive athleticism.
CLEMSON, SC - SEPTEMBER 16: Clemson Tigers defensive lineman Peter Woods (11) and Clemson Tigers defensive lineman T.J. Parker (12) during a college football game between the Florida Atlantic Owls and he Clemson Tigers on September 16, 2023 at Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
Taylor Doll’s fantastic NFL Draft series rolls on with her latest Making Monsters podcast featuring her interview with Chapel Fowler, beat writer for The State Newspaper covering Clemson football. There are several interesting Tigers prospects this season, and they’re within range of where Chicago will make its first selection. They talk about corner Avieon Terrell, EDGE T.J. Parker, and defensive tackle Peter Woods, and how they could fit Chicago’s defense.
If the Bears wanted a true penetrating defensive tackle, then Woods (6’2.5”, 298) would be that guy.
“He’s not like a big nose tackle by any means,” Fowler said about Woods after explaining how he played some defensive end in 2024. “Like he’s very athletic, the body fat, all that stuff. He was on the Freaks list in The Athletic, and he very much has like a five-star build and body.”
The statistical production fell off for both Woods and Parker in 2025 compared to what they did in 2024, and Folwler explained that it was partly because the Tigers had a couple of other defensive linemen step up.
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The top Clemson prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft include defensive tackle Peter Woods, EDGE T.J. Parker, and corner Avieon Terrell.
Peter Woods is noted for his athleticism and versatility, having played some defensive end, and is recognized for his impressive physical build.
T.J. Parker is being considered for his potential fit in the Bears' defense, particularly for his edge-rushing capabilities.
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