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Injury Knee - ACL
Est. Return 2/15/2027
2025 Defense Stats
TCKL
36
SACKS
5.5
INT
0
FF
2
TD
0
2026 Projections
Signed a four-year, $20.56 million contract with the Falcons in May of 2025.
Moves to injured reserve
The Falcons officially placed Walker (knee) on injured reserve Thursday, Will McFadden of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Walker was carted off the field at the end of Tuesday's practice, and he was diagnosed with a torn ACL in his left knee a day later, thereby putting an end to his second campaign. He made an impact as a 2025 first-round pick last year, totaling 36 tackles, including 5.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and one pass defense in 15 regular-season games. The likes of Cameron Thomas, Samson Ebukam and Azeez Ojulari are poised for more pass-rush reps alongside starter James Pearce this season.
Walker was carted off the field at the end of Tuesday's practice, and he was diagnosed with a torn ACL in his left knee a day later, thereby putting an end to his second campaign. He made an impact as a 2025 first-round pick last year, totaling 36 tackles, including 5.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and one pass defense in 15 regular-season games. The likes of Cameron Thomas, Samson Ebukam and Azeez Ojulari are poised for more pass-rush reps alongside starter James Pearce this season.
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Measurables Review
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Height
6' 2"Weight
245 lbsHand Length
10.25 inArm Length
32.00 in2025 Fantasy Outlook
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.
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ACL tear confirmed
Walker has been diagnosed with an ACL tear, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
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Torn ACL likely
Walker is believed to have suffered a torn ACL during Tuesday's practice, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
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Carted off with apparent leg injury
Walker was carted off the field with an apparent left leg injury at Tuesday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
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Logs 5.5 sacks in rookie season
Walker appeared in 14 regular-season games in 2025 and finished with 36 tackles (24 solo), including 5.5 sacks, one pass defense, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery.
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Set to play against Tampa
Walker (quadriceps) is active for Thursday's game against the Buccaneers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
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Out for 2026 season
Walker suffered a torn ACL in Tuesday's practice and will miss the 2026 season, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Walker was carted off the field after suffering the injury, a development which also led head coach Kevin Stefanski to cut the session short. Walker put together a solid 2025 rookie campaign after being selected 15th overall out of Georgia, recording 36 total tackles, including 5.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and one pass defenses across 15 regular-season games. Walker was being counted on to take a significant step forward this season, and the Falcons will likely attempt to replace his production with multiple players.
Walker was carted off the field after suffering the injury, a development which also led head coach Kevin Stefanski to cut the session short. Walker put together a solid 2025 rookie campaign after being selected 15th overall out of Georgia, recording 36 total tackles, including 5.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and one pass defenses across 15 regular-season games. Walker was being counted on to take a significant step forward this season, and the Falcons will likely attempt to replace his production with multiple players.