What They're Saying: Shrine Bowl

DURHAM, N.C. – Duke defensive tackle Aaron Hall, offensive lineman Brian Parker II and defensive end Wesley Williams took part in the East-West Shrine Bowl in Frisco, Texas.

Below are some of the highlighted comments from media outlets around the country who were in Frisco for the gathering.

ESPN.com; Jordan Reid, Matt Miller and Field Yates
"He was viewed as a Day 3 prospect entering the event but boosted his stock and could go as early as Round 3."

NFL.com; Chad Reuter
"Known as a pass rusher, Williams proved he can also play the run well during the Shrine Bowl."

NFL.com VIDEO: Williams engulfs Fagnano for strip-sack TD

SBNation.com; Caleb James
"Hall has a nice blend of length, short-area quickness, and power, which will give him a chance to compete for an NFL roster spot in 2026."

Duke's Brian Parker was voted as a top practice player as an interior OL at the Shrine Bowl.

That's a pretty good outcome for a college tackle who decided to only play center at an all-star game.

More on a prospect the #Panthers should pay attention to:https://t.co/HkpRRIjgY7
— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) January 28, 2026

Duke OL Brian Parker II (6'4 3/4", 306 pounds, 32 1/4" arms) looked right at home playing center and guard techniques at the Shrine Bowl.

It's been a projection until now, but the anchor is strong, and the rotational torque is eye-catching. Can see him starting at the fulcrum. pic.twitter.com/5IGG4mXkh2
— Ian Cummings (@IC_Draft) January 27, 2026

2026 East-West Shrine Bowl West All-Practice Team ??

?? @mgronowski11, @HawkeyeFootball
?? @deanconn0rs, @UHCougarFB
?? @WetjenKaden, @HawkeyeFootball
?? @BauerSharp15, @LSUfootball
?? Fa'alili Fa'amoe, @WakeFB
?? @parkerbt53, @DukeFOOTBALL
?? @kalebproctor4, @LionUpFootball
??… pic.twitter.com/XvLk3Hb5g0
— East-West Shrine Bowl (@ShrineBowl) January 27, 2026

My @ShrineBowl practice winners from this weekend are LIVE on @BestAvailableYT!

Winners include:

Georgia WR Dillon Bell

NC State CB Devon Marshall

Texas A&M LB Taurean York

Duke OL Brian Parker II

And more! Subscribe.https://t.co/y1A56w9lOb pic.twitter.com/rcQ0A6owPW
— Tyler Brooke (@TylerDBrooke) January 26, 2026

From what I have seen of the two days of practice footage, Duke's Brian Parker in his switch from RT to C has really stolen the show on the West's offensive line. https://t.co/sL33yI6rbu
— Chris Kouffman (@ckparrot) January 24, 2026

I have Brian Parker as a center on my board, which is a big projection since he didn't take a snap there at Duke

Him doing well at center in drills is huge. I had him as the top prospect at the Shrine Bowl, and it looks like he's showing out https://t.co/jMRPIHxMb8
— Jacob Infante (@jacobinfante24) January 23, 2026

. @DukeFOOTBALL Brian Parker II (@parkerbt53) on adjusting from tackle to playing inside and showing improvement during East-West #ShrineBowl practices. pic.twitter.com/Ec6RMGxmvx
— East-West Shrine Bowl (@ShrineBowl) January 25, 2026

My overall defensive standouts from the Shrine Bowl this week:

- Landon Robinson, Navy
- Mason Reiger, Wisconsin
- Wes Williams, Duke
- Kaleb Proctor, SLU
- Malachi Lawrence, UCF
- Keyshawn James-Newby, UNM
- Devon Marshall, NC State
- Karson Sharar, Iowa
- Brent Austin, Cal
— Thomas Christopher (@TommyCFB) January 26, 2026

Duke DE Wesley Williams (6'3" 251 & 32" Arms) was in the backfield constantly during the Shrine Bowl game

He rushed over the G at times. Last week, I asked him about moving inside on pass downs. He said he feels "really comfortable" inside, & once spent spring ball as a 3-tech pic.twitter.com/bcTMsM9hPN
— Ron Kopp Jr (@RonOnChiefs) January 28, 2026

#Duke EDGE Wesley Williams has been the picker on these stunts all night, so it's only right that he get rewarded as a looper on the T/E with a sack of his own pic.twitter.com/g3ZuJ5zsrF
— Fran Duffy (@FDuffyNFL) January 28, 2026

Like he did all week long, @DukeFOOTBALL EDGE Wesley Williams blows up a play in the backfield.

Williams is a twitched up EDGE defender. Really impressed all week. Big-time play against the run for the TFL.
— Josh Carney (@ByJoshCarney) January 28, 2026

Duke's Wesley Williams might have a claim to being the best player at the Shrine Bowl. Was an absolute force in the first portion of team drills today. Fun, fun player. pic.twitter.com/B5dA8T8RHd
— Brandyn Pokrass (@BPok24) January 25, 2026

The East defensive line strikes again! @DukeFOOTBALL DL Aaron Hall recovers the strip-sack of UConn QB Joe Fagnano in the end zone. Fellow Duke pass rusher Wesley Williams with the strip sack in the end zone.

East DL has been very good all week long, has continued tonight.
— Josh Carney (@ByJoshCarney) January 28, 2026

Interior pressure from Navy's Landon Robinson and Duke's Aaron Hall force an interception during team drills. The two IDL had a dominant Day 3 at the #ShrineBowl pic.twitter.com/x3rExFDVca
— Thomas Christopher (@TommyCFB) January 25, 2026

East Team #ShrineBowl players who stood out at the Day 2 practice:
Kansas QB Jalen Daniels
Toledo RB Chip Trayanum
Georgia WR Dillon Bell
Texas TE Jack Endries
Texas IOL DJ Campbell
Duke IDL Aaron Hall
Louisiana LB Jaden Duggar
— Melanie Friedlander (@Girlsurgeon) January 24, 2026

I worked through Day 1 Shrine Bowl film and a few players stood out to me:

WR: J. Michael Sturdivant (Florida), Chase Roberts (BYU), Skyler Bell (UConn)
RB: Robert Henry Jr. (UTSA)
OL: Aamil Wagner (Notre Dame) and Jaeden Roberts (Alabama)
DT: Aaron Hall (Duke), James Thompson…
— Daniel House (@DanielHouseMN) January 23, 2026

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What They're Saying: Shrine Bowl

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