OCTOBER 30, 2020 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
MYKAL WALKER #53 - LINEBACKER - NEW YORK JETS
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Mykal Walker’s father lost his cancer battle, but his dream for his son remains alive On the same day Walker learned of his father's cancer, he had to say goodbye. He continues to honor their bond by excelling at the game they...
Co-leader in tackles Week 3 Walker registered eight total tackles, including one tackle for loss and one forced fumble during Sunday's 30-26 loss to the Bears.
Impact Picking up his first career start as Foyesade Oluokun (hamstring) sat out, Walker tied Keanu Neal for the team-high in tackles against Chicago. The rookie fourth-round draft choice received a maximum of 46 defensive snaps over his first two outings, but against the Bears, he fielded 88 percent of the workload (72 snaps) while seeing his special-teams role completely taken off his plate. Oluokun will surely be back in the starting rotation once he returns from injury, but Walker may have earned himself some more playing time moving forward based on his impact Week 3.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Not on injury report Walker (undisclosed) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Walker should be ready for Sunday's season opener versus the Seahawks, and it appears the rookie fourth-rounder will open the year as a starting outside linebacker. He posted 9.0 tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks in his final season at Fresno State, but Walker could need an adjustment phase with no preseason action under his belt.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Held out of practice Walker (undisclosed) was sidelined for Wednesday's practice session, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The rookie linebacker has been without a helmet for three straight practice sessions, though an injury has not yet been announced. Walker had been making an impact with his play in training camp prior to this inactive stint, and he remains an exciting developmental piece for the Falcons' front seven upon his return to the field.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Rookie rising: How Mykal Walker has established himself early in training camp Walker is working alongside Deion Jones or Foye Oluokun as he learns his way through his first NFL camp.
AUGUST 24, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Making noise in Flowery Branch Walker earned reps with the first-team defense during Saturday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The rookie fourth-rounder has been standing out to coaches in recent days, especially during Thursday's inter-squad scrimmage, a session dominated by the first and second-team defenses against their offensive counterparts. As a day-three pick with two starting seasons under his belt for Fresno State, Walker offers upside via his versatility. He has experience playing middle linebacker, outside linebacker and defensive end at the collegiate level, and he has a nose for the football. Walker came up with a career-high 15 tackles as the Bulldogs nearly upset USC during the team's first game of 2019.
AUGUST 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Falcons rookie report: Mykal Walker shows knack for making plays With a pair of interceptions early in training camp, Walker is making his presence felt
AUGUST 20, 2020 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
