Parker Schwarz is a linebacker for the Kansas Jayhawks, standing 6'1" and weighing 230 pounds. The true freshman from La Cygne, Kansas, attended Prairie View High School, where he played running back and linebacker and earned All-Class 3A honors as a running back. During his final high school season in 2025, Schwarz recorded 57 unassisted tackles and 10 assisted tackles on defense, along with three interceptions he returned for 57 yards. On offense, he carried the ball 213 times for 2,500 yards, averaging 250 yards per game. Schwarz also competed in basketball and track and field for Prairie View.