Jalon Walker
21-Year-Old
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After moving back and selecting Walker at No. 15 overall in the 2025 Draft, the Falcons traded up to double-dip on versatile linebackers and took James Pearce 11 picks later. The rookies share physical traits and playing styles, but Walker played more ILB in college. Even if Walker plays inside, he'll be part of blitz packages. Inside, Kaden Ellis returns as a starter, and it's unclear if Troy Andersen can ever stay healthy. Atlanta also added ILB Divine Deablo. Outside, Leonard Floyd replaced Matthew Judon, with Arnold Ebiketie returning. The Falcons had 31 sacks last year, second fewest in the NFL. Read Past Outlooks
Signed a four-year, $20.56 million contract with the Falcons in May of 2025.
Expected to play Friday
Walker (hamstring) will participate in practice Wednesday and is expected to play in the preseason opener against Detroit on Friday, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Walker missed time last week with a hamstring injury head coach Raheem Morris described as very minor, but is back at practice this week with sights set on his first NFL preseason game this Friday. The 21-year-old was drafted 15th overall by the Falcons in April after spending three years at Georgia. He is hoping to make a big impact on an Atlanta pass rush that was bottom 10 in sacks a year ago.
Walker missed time last week with a hamstring injury head coach Raheem Morris described as very minor, but is back at practice this week with sights set on his first NFL preseason game this Friday. The 21-year-old was drafted 15th overall by the Falcons in April after spending three years at Georgia. He is hoping to make a big impact on an Atlanta pass rush that was bottom 10 in sacks a year ago.
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Measurables Review
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How do Jalon Walker's measurables compare to other linebackers?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
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Returning to practice this week
Walker (hamstring) will return to practice in the week leading up to Friday's preseason game against the Lions, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
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Missing time with hamstring issue
Walker missed his third consecutive practice Thursday due to a hamstring injury, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
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Chosen by Falcons 15th overall
The Falcons selected Walker in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, 15th overall.
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Sitting out pro day
Walker will not participate in Georgia's March 12 pro day due to a quadriceps strain, Jordan Reid of ESPN.com reports.
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Visiting with Browns
Walker had a visit with the Browns on Tuesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Walker is a near-lock to go in the first round and could even land inside the top 10 selections. He doesn't have a clear position heading into the draft, as he was used as both an edge and more traditional linebacker during his college career at Georgia. Regardless of his exact usage, Walker's athleticism and burst should allow him to get after the quarterback often in the NFL. The Browns currently own the second pick, likely too high to select Walker, though he could be an option if the team opts to trade down from No. 2 or up from No. 33.
Walker is a near-lock to go in the first round and could even land inside the top 10 selections. He doesn't have a clear position heading into the draft, as he was used as both an edge and more traditional linebacker during his college career at Georgia. Regardless of his exact usage, Walker's athleticism and burst should allow him to get after the quarterback often in the NFL. The Browns currently own the second pick, likely too high to select Walker, though he could be an option if the team opts to trade down from No. 2 or up from No. 33.