"I think it definitely helped in terms of going into the NFL, kind of knowing what to expect, [them] saying, 'Hey, every day's going to be a competition. No matter where you go, expect to play. Give them a reason to keep you,' " Parkey said. "So, still to this day, even though I'm the only kicker out here, I hold myself to that standard. If I miss a kick, I get really frustrated with myself, because I know I'm better than that."