[6][7] Throughout training camp, Parks competed with veteran Shiloh Keo for the backup strong safety role.

[10] On November 13, 2016, Parks recovered a blocked field goal during the New Orleans Saints extra point and returned it for the game-winning two point score after teammate Justin Simmons leaped over the offensive line and blocked Wil Lutz's attempt to defeat the Saints 25–23 in the final 1:30 seconds.

[11] Parks finished his rookie season with 22 combined tackles (17 solo), four pass deflections, a fumble recovery, one interception, and a touchdown in 16 games and zero starts while appearing on special teams and as a reserve safety on defense.

The Broncos hired Vance Joseph as their new head coach and Joe Woods as their new defensive coordinator, replacing Wade Phillips.

[13] On October 30, 2017, Parks earned his first career start and recorded two solo tackles during a 29–19 loss at the Kansas City Chiefs.

Parks finished the 2017 season with 51 combined tackles (36 solo), four pass deflections, and an interception in 16 games and four starts.

[15] He started three games at strong safety and appeared on special teams and as an extra defensive back during dime packages.

[32] Parks played in a total of 14 games for the Jets in 2022, collecting 17 tackles (10 solo) while working in a depth capacity.

[33] On June 2, 2017, Parks was arrested for misdemeanor harassment and non-physical domestic violence charges involving a former girlfriend.