Walker had the size and athletic gifts for a much more promising future on the football field. Thats because hes both a speedy 240 pounds and one of the best tacklers in the class, having missed only seven times on 138 career attempts., Bleacher Report Scouting Department:In 2021 especially, Walker was Georgias coverage backer. S Lewis Cine, No. 1 overall and Jordan Davis at No. But if you want to know what Walker really cherishes, ask him about that new title and the role his fellow defenders played in securing it. the Packers hadnt chosen an offensive player in the first round since taking Mississippi State tackle Derek Sherrod 32nd overall in 2011. His real name is Yury Travon Walker, and he is of black origin. Follow Nick on Twitter @nickbaumgardner, Jordan Davis was the first interior defensive lineman off the board in Aprils draft. Follow USA TODAY Sports' Nate Davis on Twitter @ByNateDavis. On May 8, 2000, Quay Walker was born in Cordele, Georgia. LT4KCgo=, Enjoying UGASports? Theres been a lot more good than bad thus far, though. Pretty boilerplate pre-draft sentiment. Thomaston, Georgia, is the home of Travon and his family. We brought him in and spent a lot of time with him not only when we brought him in here to Green Bay, but really did kind of a deep dive in the human being and making sure that he could fit in our culture here, Gutekunst said. Team's highest selection since 2009 was at No. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. He'll join first-team All-Pro De'Vondre Campbell at that position with the Packers, creating a tandem potentially unlike any Green Bay's defense has possessed for quite some time. bm9zY3JpcHQ+CiAgPGltZyBzcmM9Imh0dHBzOi8vc2Iuc2NvcmVjYXJkcmVz The twitchy defensive tackle might not have been available at No. He doesnt have a lot in the repertoire right now in terms of pass-rush moves. Edge Kayvon Thibodeaux, No. View the original Ah, man. [10][11] The Packers previously acquired the pick in a trade that sent Davante Adams to the Las Vegas Raiders. Quay Walker and Devonte Wyatt. After playing outside linebacker and defensive end in high school, he moved inside when he arrived in Athens and struggled initially, but he showed improvement each season and was a key member of Georgias 2021 championship-winning defense. All rights reserved. While preparing for the 40, trainers plucked Wyatt and Davis out of the lineman group, placing them with linebackers. But he "definitely wouldn't mind" relocating to Jacksonville, which is about a four-hour car ride from Thomaston. That needs to be cleaned up and can be, which is encouraging because Hamiltons football IQ and movement skills for his size will make him a really interesting player in this league. He had 14 pretty hollow reps in the first week against New England, with most of his pass-rush opportunities taking far too long to materialize. Additionally, they are young, active players in the National Football League who have a better future than this. He has been a hair late a few times with regard to route identification and overall reaction time in coverage, but thats more or less to be expected at this stage of his career. Walker ultimately earned a ring after the Bulldogs won their first national title in four decades, the defensive lineman contributing a sack in each of his team's College Football Playoff victories in January. Like he did at Georgia, Walker will wear No. Thats something that Ill never be able to forget, Walker said. Overall, Walker is still developing his instincts, especially in coverage, but he aces the eye test with his exceptional combination of size, length and athleticism to dominate vs. the run. Travon Walker was a key part of Georgia's historic defense, and he thinks the Bulldogs could be dominant if given the chance in the NFL. She works as a receptionist at a neighborhood school in Thomaston, Georgia. Walker, who's become a spokesman for USAA's NFL Salute to Service program, suspects his selfless attitude emanates from his father, a former Marine. He is a violent run defender; he attacks blockers, thuds off them and makes plays. "A lot of other people said I burst onto the scene, but everybody was sleeping on me. In high school, defensive lineman Travon Walker was a part of an Upson-Lee hoops squad that won back-to-back state championships with a career average of 12 points and 11 rebounds. Walker was conceived on December 18, 2000, in Thomaston, Georgia, a country in the United States. In the incidents that he had, he never put his hand on anybody, he never hurt anybody. Hill has to gain strength and make sure his technique stays sound, as his size could be an issue against larger tight ends. His high school coach Justin Elder selected him to represent the east in the 2019 All-American game, where he is ranked second nationally among defensive tackles. His parents, who are all of African American ancestry, are also of the same nationality as him. (AP Photo/John Amis, File), Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. 22 pick, Green Bay Packers Walker has looked more than comfortable in limited action through two games as Green Bays starting inside "They're rookies in the NFL and haven't done anything yet. "From a college standpoint, they'll probably compare us to the Chicago Bears defense back in the day.". 26 pick, New York Jets. This group features Davis, D-tackle Devonte Wyatt, edge rusher Travon Walker, linebacker Nakobe Dean and maybe even linebacker Quay Walker, who could sneak into the first round with a good combine showing. Even if he doesn't get the opportunity to win seven Lombardi Trophies alongside Georgia buddies like Jordan Davis, Nakobe Dean and Quay Walker, Travon Walker has little doubt he'll deliver in the NFL. VGFnTmFtZSgic2NyaXB0IilbMF07IHMuYXN5bmMgPSB0cnVlOwogICAgLy8g He had a terrific pass breakup on a quick slant against Pierce on the games opening drive and was able to showcase his speed throughout. With the 22nd pick in the 2022 NFL draft, the Green Bay Packers select Georgia LB Quay Walker. Wyatt got caught giving up his chest far too often, especially early against Saints guard Cesar Ruiz, who was able to reach him and handle him pretty easily in pass protection. Gutekunst felt great about Wyatts film. Georgia linebacker Quay Walker was selected at No. JyZndG1fcHJldmlldz0nKydlbnYtMScrJyZndG1fY29va2llc193aW49eCc7 The No. That all continued and might have been even better last weekend against Denver. Its early, so hell get used to the speed of everything as he goes. The next time out, against Cleveland, Walker was probably better and more consistent. 2022 Panini Prestige Travon Walker RC Gold Diamond Quay Walker, 18 Card Lot. Walker, a former 5-star recruit, has played a crucial role and been a pillar for the Bulldogs throughout his three-year tenure. Stingley played just three games for LSU last season after suffering a foot injury, so the Texans will work him back slowly. Walker was plenty excited to get the call from Green Bay and become the first inside linebacker taken in the 2022 NFL Draft. Walkers father, Stead 1/13/2023. dy5fZGlkQXN5bmNJbmplY3RHb29nbGVUYWdNYW5hZ2VyID0gdHJ1ZTsKICAg [2][3], Walker played in all 14 of Georgia's games during his freshman season and had six total tackles. He has a tremendous build. CB Trent McDuffie, No. McDuffies size limitations havent been an issue through two preseason games, as hes played without fear and with a lot of physicality at the line of scrimmage. cyd9KTt2YXIgZj1kLmdldEVsZW1lbnRzQnlUYWdOYW1lKHMpWzBdLAogICAg "I feel like putting the team first, it just puts you in a lot better position down the road," Walker said. $2.99 + $1.08 shipping. Sports have been a part of Travons life since he was a young child, and he is a well-known collegiate player. 1 overall pick Travon Walker is tied for the seventh-highest rating among rookies (with six other players), at 76. The arrow is definitely pointing up. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Former University of Georgia D-lineman Jordan Davis said that despite all the star power boasted by the Bulldogs last season, we wanted to call ourselves a no-name defense.. Nevertheless, Travon Walkers $41.465 million, four-year rookie contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars, as the No. Jan 14, 2022 Updated Jan 22, 2022. Though only an average athlete in space, Walker has an excellent understanding for zone coverage. He attended Crisp County High School and played various sports there, including college football, which helped him land a big chance. Stingleys ability to close from a dead stop remains different. He plays disciplined, team-oriented football but is unlikely to become a top-level playmaker as a pro. GREEN BAY Georgia linebacker Quay Walker started to get some good vibes about the possibility of coming to Green Bay when chatting with former Bulldogs $2.99 + $1.08 shipping. 22 overall", "Quay Walker ejected for shove on Bills' sideline", "Can't-Miss Play: Quay Walker goes 63 YARDS after picking up fumble forced by Rudy Ford", "Ejected Packers LB apologizes for shoving trainer", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Quay_Walker&oldid=1139446206, Players of American football from Georgia (U.S. state), Short description is different from Wikidata, Green Bay Packers currentteam parameter articles, Infobox NFL biography articles missing alt text, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 15 February 2023, at 05:04. The two grew close in their four years at Georgia, describing their The woman told police she never feared for her safety, and the charges were later dropped. He has played both deep safety and in the box more down near the line in the second game than in the first. c3M9J3ZpZGVvLWFkLXdyYXBwZXInPgo8c2NyaXB0IGFzeW5jIHNyYz0nLy9j He co-hosts The Beat Michigan-Michigan State podcast with Brendan Quinn and One of These Years Detroit Lions podcast with Chris Burke. Travons net worth includes earnings from sponsorship deals and various competitions. The Green Bay Packers invested a first-round pick on an inside linebacker, taking Georgias Quay Walker at No. The two grew close in their four years at Georgia, describing their relationship as a brotherhood. 21 pick, Kansas City Chiefs. Wyatt was later released on a $1,500 bond. Travon Walker is just pleased these Bulldogs are headed to the NFL as college footballs big dogs. Green Bays selection of Utah State quarterback Jordan Love with the 26th overall pick in 2020 is the only time in the last 11 drafts that the Packers have selected an offensive player in the first round Before that, the Packers hadnt chosen an offensive player in the first round since taking Mississippi State tackle Derek Sherrod 32nd overall in 2011. He had no trouble with route handoffs or communicating clearly with teammates on the field. NFL MOCK DRAFT:New No. Not having to go as often to a dime package with six defensive backs can keep an opponent guessing on third down. No it doesn't," said ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. "Then why is he going this high? Hes still trying to get his feet under him, though, and that feeling-out process seemed to cause some of his issues in the New Orleans game. Hes going to be hard to block. Wyatt was arrested and charged with misdemeanor criminal trespass, damage to property and family violence in 2020 after he kicked in the door of a woman he intermittently lived with following a verbal altercation. PHNjcmlwdD4KICAoZnVuY3Rpb24odyxkLHMsbCxpKXsKICAgICAgICBpZiAo It was really, really frustrating for me at first. Ill be interested to see if Johnson moves around a bit up front as the season progresses. Travon Walker and the Jaguars have agreed to terms on a rookie contract worth $37.4 million. There will be no free passes on stalk blocks against Cine receivers and tight ends need to engage and block him, with intent to finish, because hes going to find the ball. bG9hZGluZyB0aGUgZXZlcmdyZWVuIHZlcnNpb24gb2YgY3MuanMgc28gd2Ug WebEntdecke Panini Classics Travon Walker in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! [13] In week 11, during a 4033 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Walker scooped up a fumble forced by teammate Rudy Ford on Eagles wide receiver A. J. His impact is felt in the run game, in coverage, and pressuring the quarterback. Overall, Elam had a strong day in the Bills preseason opener against the Colts. However, the player has shied away from making appearances with his parents in public and has kept his other personal information a secret. It was during those workouts, Wyatt said, when he realized his speed was uncommon. Furthermore, both athletes started playing football in college. Some have done more than others. It feel great. "It's something I'll never forget. His lateral quickness and agility in space have translated to the NFL. She is overjoyed to be able to watch her child play live in several games. He knows how to re-route players into different zone defenders, and he knows exactly where he needs to flow to after passing off routes. 2 overall to the Lions, took part in Sheppard's linebacker drills, as did first-round prospects Nakobe Dean bD0nK2w6Jyc7ai5hc3luYz10cnVlO2ouc3JjPQogICAgICAgICdodHRwczov Walker hasnt disclosed anything about his parents or siblings but is rumored to be the brother of Jaguars player Travon Walker because they have the same surname. Like Travon, who also played there, Quay played college football for Georgia. (In this clip, Hutchinson is lined up on the left side of the screen, opposite No. https://packerswire.usatoday.com/2022/04/28/what-draft-experts-said-about-new-packers-lb-quay-walker/, Film breakdown of new Packers LB Quay Walker, Unpacking Future Packers: No. 22 overall in the first round of the 2022 NFL draft on Thursday night. On the internet, a lot of allegations about actor Omar Eppss health are circulating quickly. After chasing Marcus Mariota out of the pocket and picking up a tackle, then wrecking Jake Matthews with his trademark swim move to snag an impressive tackle for loss, Hutchinson also drew a hold on that Falcons possession. We wanted to call ourselves the no-name defense because even though we had all the stars there was really nobody above each other and we all played for each other.. WebTravon Walker 2022 Panini Donruss Elite Rookie Card RC #151 455/999 Jacksonville. L3d3dy5nb29nbGV0YWdtYW5hZ2VyLmNvbS9ndG0uanM/aWQ9JytpK2RsKycm Give him the freedom to play fast, and hell excel. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! WebTravon Walker 2022 Panini Donruss Elite Rookie Card RC #151 455/999 Jacksonville. The parents of Georgia football's Travon Walker discusses the journey from picking UGA to playing in the College Football Championship. Theres a lot of great players, a lot of hard workers. 22 overall in the first round of the 2022 NFL draft on In that regard then, the national champs failed miserably. Now theyll carry that bond into the NFL. cmlwdCc+PC9zY3JpcHQ+CjxkaXYgY2xhc3M9J3ZpZGVvLWNvbnRhaW5lcicg ATLANTA - Travon Walker was the nation's No. Georgia defensive lineman Travon Walker (44) reaches for the Michigan ball carrier. "I became smarter," he said. He was never suspended. Focusing on defense in the first round is nothing new for the Packers. 1," said Riddick. They instead continued loading up on defensive players from Georgia by selecting linebacker Quay Walker with the 22nd overall selection and taking tackle Devonte Wyatt six picks later. dCc6CiAgICAgICAgbmV3IERhdGUoKS5nZXRUaW1lKCksZXZlbnQ6J2d0bS5q However, what made Johnson intriguing as a prospect is also obvious. "That's something that I do every day just simple drills. Is Travon Walker a legit option for the Lions at No. We went into that pretty deep with him, Gutekunst said, to make sure we felt comfortable with the human being. April 28, 2022 11:07 pm CT. Now two of them are joining a defense that finished in the top 10 last season in total yards and turned in an impressive playoff performance. WebTravon Walker provides some of the best versatility in the class. 5 pick, New York Giants. DT Devonte Wyatt, No. Really meant a lot especially to be part of one of the best defenses to ever play the game of college football," he said. 13 pick Jordan Davis. 1 yet again, presumably on the Jacksonville Jaguars' very short list of candidates to be the 2022 NFL draft's top overall pick. But really, if your team isn't winning games, then you won't get as much attention obviously. Twitter reacts to the Packers selection of Georgia linebacker Quay Walker in the first round of the 2022 NFL draft, Here's a look at the latest picks, moves in the 2022 NFL draft. Though Wyatt had only five sacks in four college seasons, his 1.59-second, 10-yard split in the 40 suggests pass-rush potential in the NFL. CiAgKGZ1bmN0aW9uKCkgewogICAgdmFyIHMgPSBkb2N1bWVudC5jcmVhdGVF $2.99 + $1.08 shipping. Walker is the third Bulldog off the board in the top 22 picks. Furthermore, both athletes started playing football in college. Both these guys have played against NFL players their entire career, not only during games but during practice. Are the Jaguars poised to win the AFC South again in 2023? Johnson has been in rotation up front on the edge through two preseason games, and most of the questions about his game in college remain. 1 overall pick in the draft.". "Whoever passes up on me to each his own," he said. In terms of in-game preseason action, the Lions saw basically all they needed to see from Hutchinson during his first series of the first game, against Atlanta. The footballer attended Upson Lee High School to further his study after completing his formal education. He wears number 44 for the Georgia Bulldogs. What theyre coming from, Gutekunst said, is about as close as you can get to the National Football League. The No. Walker is one of the few rookies to have already played in three preseason games (the Jaguars competed in the Hall of Fame Game), and the drafts top selection has answered the bell all three times. That set in motion the Georgia reunion at Green Bay. He has good size and clear eyes from the second level, with a talent for recognizing play design. cHM6Ly9zLnlpbWcuY29tL2N4L3Z6bS9jcy5qcyI7CiAgICBlbC5wYXJlbnRO Gutekunst said the Packers walked away feeling really good about who he was and how he would be here for the Green Bay Packers.. 1 pick. LB Quay Walker, No. He has to remain gap sound against the run. Hardly an ideal start to the preseason for Thibodeaux, who left the Giants second preseason game with a knee injury. 22 overall in the first round of the 2022 NFL draft on Thursday night. 12, Early impact and needed depth being counted on from 11 selections, Packers add more depth at both receiver and offensive line in the fourth round, Spots wide open for top rotational players behind Green Bay's starters, Green Bay adds size, playmaking ability with four picks in final round, Had five 100-yard games last season after transferring from Montana, Started 32 games at left tackle over last three years, Played 50 games with 30 starts over five seasons for Hurricanes, Started 41 of 52 games, recording 223 tackles, All-SEC player posted 15 sacks during college career, Green Bay picks up extra seventh-round pick from Denver. Its rare that so many stars are stacked on one side of the ball, though, and this was a tight-knit group that spearheaded Georgias run to its first national title in more than four decades. 2022 Panini Donruss Elite Quay Walker #/999 Are Quay Walker and Travon Walker related? 14 pick, Baltimore Ravens. Im sure theres some guys on the board they probably like.. Edge George Karlaftis, No. The little guys, they do the most talking. "Everybody (gets) so focused on self, self, self. Yet it doesn't appear the adulation has gone to the head of theThomaston, Georgia, native, who seems more than comfortable sharing the spotlight. It was just two or three incidents as a young person, he stubbed his toe. Action related nav. Gutekunst said he and the personnel department conducted a deep dive into his character, ensuring no reservations that he would fit in the locker room. Free shipping for many products! LXRyYXZvbi13YWxrZXImYzU9MjAyMjczMzE2MCZjdj0yLjAmY2o9MSZjc191 Thats crazy, Walker said. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. When Davis is coming off the ball with leverage and landing his punch first, guards and centers dont have much of a chance. In the first game, against Arizona, he also nearly had an interception in the back of the end zone while covering a fade. The Green Bay Packers invested a first-round pick on an inside linebacker, taking Georgias Quay Walker at No. The flip side is that Walkers average speed and clunky redirection can get him caught in space a bit too often, which could become more of an issue in the pros. With contributions from AP Sports Writer Michael Marot. He has looked smooth in the few coverage drops Jacksonville has given him, too. Georgias top athlete is 6 feet 5 inches or 1.96 meters tall and weighs 275 pounds. Ive been through kind of like hell and back, Walker said Thursday night, explaining how he went from backup a year ago to a Green Bay Packers first-round pick. NFL DRAFT:Five players who could be surprise first-round picks. d2luZG93Ll9kaWRBc3luY0luamVjdEdvb2dsZVRhZ01hbmFnZXIpIHJldHVy He had six sacks and 7 tackles for losses in 2021, but just 9 sacks and 13 TFLs over the course of his three seasons. Georgia had to wait until the 20s to hear the next Bulldog come off the board, and a pair of them did so to the Green Bay Packers. The Lions sat Hutchinson against the Colts last week, but he was a full participant and made plays in two joint practices in Indianapolis. Its going to be real, real special, man., More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl and https://apnews.com/hub/pro-32 and https://twitter.com/AP_NFL, FILE - Georgia linebacker Quay Walker gets ready for a play against Vanderbilt during an NCAA college football game Sept. 25, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. Walker was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday, April 28. $2.99 + $1.08 shipping. The only reason Travon and Quay Walker are together is that they both play linebackers in American football. The Packers didnt like any of the remaining wide receivers on the board quite as much as the Georgia duo. [5] Walker finished as Georgia's fourth-leading tackler with 43 in his junior season. The 2014 Ohio State Buckeyes are the only national champ since 2011 not to produce a first-round pick in the draft following their title run. "I just feel like putting the team first is the goal for me, that's what I'm here to do winning the Super Bowl and to make my teammates better while proving myself as well.". Obviously they were two of many on that defense, Gutekunst said. Dang, thats crazy. 46 on Atlanta.). 5. Walker seldom gave up air around pass-catchers in coverage and consistently triggered quickly to play the ball or make a tackle. EDGE Travon Walker, Georgia. Quay Walker 2022 Panini Donruss Elite Pink Parallel SP Rookie GB Packers. I cant really say it out loud. A late start was no advantage in Georgias loaded program. He has the potential to be a four-down impact linebacker in the NFL., Daniel Jeremiah, NFL.com: Walker is an enormous off-ball linebacker (6-4, 241) with a nice blend of speed and physicality. He then nearly did it again on an inside swim, as Wills a terrific young OT needed help from the running back. It was kind of slow putting everything together, Walker said, but no complaints about it at all.. eTpoaWRkZW4nIHdpZHRoPScwJz48L2lmcmFtZT4KPC9ub3NjcmlwdD4KCgo=, PGRpdiBjbGFzcz0ncmEtY29udGFpbmVyIGRpc3Ryb19hZCc+CjxkaXYgY2xh ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. "I'd say definitely mainly an edge player but can also go on the inside on third down to help get more outside linebackers in to rush as well," Walker said. McDuffie has always been a very smart player, and he showed a great understanding of coverage nuance during his time at Washington. The big guys, were a little more calm and relaxed.. "I feel like I could've taken advantage of a lot more plays on my own," he said, adding he's focused on technique specifically tying his hands and feet together while pursuing quarterbacks. He ate better, trimming his body fat. At nearly 64 and 241 pounds, Walker has terrific size for an off-ball linebacker, and his 9.63 Relative Athletic Score (RAS) highlights his impressive athleticism. 1 overall pick is signing the dotted line. Scouting Report: Summary. We dont have a lot of tolerance for that, but we wouldnt have brought him in if we didnt feel good about the person.. More:Twitter reacts to the Packers selection of Georgia linebacker Quay Walker in the first round of the 2022 NFL draft, Packers draft tracker:Here's a look at the latest picks, moves in the 2022 NFL draft. He has been as advertised on the field in practice, continuing to push Penei Sewell each day. I know it was a big deal for a lot of guys, but for me it was winning the national championship. The former Purdue sensation has picked up a sack in each of his two preseason appearances and has added multiple pressures nearly all off his incredibly powerful stab move, something hes been winning with since his freshman year in the Big Ten. More of that, please. Packers LB Quay Walker in college | 2022 NFL Draft, Packers Experiences powered by QuintEvents. 22 pick, Green Bay Packers. They often aligned him to the passing strength and put him on the field in favor of either Nakobe Dean or Channing Tindall on passing downs whenever possible. Walker has looked more than comfortable in limited action through two games as Green Bays starting inside linebacker alongside DeVondre Campbell. [16] He also recorded a team-high three forced fumbles, as well as 1.5 sacks, five tackles for loss and one fumble recovery.[16]. 28 in the first-round of the NFL draft. GREEN BAY Georgia linebacker Quay Walker started to get some good vibes about the possibility of coming to Green Bay when chatting with former Bulldogs teammate Eric Stokes on the sidelines at Georgia's spring football game two weeks ago. S Dax Hill, No. Travon Walker won't be as rich as Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos, but he'll make more than you do. 56, is aligned to the right side of Kansas Citys line in the clip below.). YWx3YXlzIGhhdmUgdGhlIGxhc3QgdmVyc2lvbgogICAgcy5zcmMgPSAiaHR0 Ill probably cry again, but Ive cried too much. That the Georgia teammates joined the Packers' defense less than 45 minutes apart Thursday night was the type of storybook beginning that might distract from concerns neither is a wide receiver. "Travon Walker's the most talented defensive lineman in this draft. The 21-year-old will play for the Jaguars, a group in the National Football Leagues (NFL) American Football Conference (AFC) South division (NFL). It's easy to envision Campbell and Walker playing a lot of snaps side by side in both base and nickel packages with their combination of run stopping and coverage abilities. His feel and awareness, coupled with everyone rewatching the Georgia defense to see Travon Walker, Jordan Davis, Nakobe Dean, Devonte Wyatt and everyone else might have people taking a second look. Please check your email for a confirmation. I just think that certainly theyve been on the big stage, theyve been in really, really big games. Run obliterator Jordan Davis should go somewhere in the teens. Walker, a member of the formidable Georgia Bulldogs defense, was the first-overall selection in the 2022 NFL draft. ATHENS Quay Walkers hat toss will live forever in National Signing Day history, a viral moment caught on video. He has an elite combination of size, strength, and speed cG9XSlVIbnFWemRFYTd3JmFtcDtndG1fcHJldmlldz1lbnYtMSZhbXA7Z3Rt Quay Walker apologizes for shoving Lions medical staffer in Packers' loss, leading to ejection. Though there are times when he could get downhill quicker on a run fit, hell remind you how much body control he plays with and that hes really tough to fool in the box. Take a look at Packers LB Quay Walker during his college career. Travon Walker stepped onto Georgia's campus with high expectations and the athletic marvel met them throughout his college career. He was a key figure for the 2021 University of Georgia defense, one that's entered the debate as the best ever in college football history. McCutcheon did beat him with a nifty move when Stingley briefly lost outside contain in his drop, but that was it. Even if he doesn't get the opportunity to win seven Lombardi Trophies alongside Georgia buddies like Jordan Davis, Nakobe Dean and Quay Walker, Travon 28 in the first-round of the NFL draft. Way more smarts on the mental side. I don't seeany way you can go with Travon Walker at No. 32 pick, Minnesota Vikings. Kiper's ESPN colleague, former NFL safety and personnel executiveLouis Riddick, is more pointed. Travon Walker, Jaguars expecting a better 2023 after 'a growing year', Answering six questions about NFL rookies Travon Walker and Aidan Hutchinson, Jaguars' Josh Allen not playing to the 'standard' that he's used to, After disappointing losses, the Jaguars have to solve defensive woes, Indianapolis Colts' entire organization should expect scrutiny after ugly loss to Jacksonville Jaguars, September woes: Jacksonville Jaguars have to start finding success in season's first month, Travon Walker's big interception leads to Jaguars TD, but Terry McLaurin responds with 49-yard score, Jags' Walker on first sack: 'Plenty more to come'. WebTravon Walker 2022 Panini Donruss Elite Rookie Card RC #151 455/999 Jacksonville. At 6-4, 241, Walker has size and athletic traits similar to Campbell's, who worked wonders in defensive coordinator Joe Barry's scheme last year for Green Bay. Its been a good start, in general, for the first-round corners. 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