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Earns six starts during rookie year Walker registered two tackles during Atlanta's Week 17 loss to the Buccaneers, closing out the 2020 season with 45 tackles, one pass deflection and a forced fumble over 16 games.

Impact The fourth-round rookie from Fresno State totaled six starts on the 2020 campaign, fielding a workload of 24.1 defensive snaps per game. Walker endured mixed results in coverage, as he conceded a 110.3 passer rating on a limited sample of 15 targets. He was, however, relatively reliable as a tackler, establishing a 4.3 percent missed tackle rate. Falcons linebackers Walker and Deion Jones each remain under contract through 2023, but Foyesade Oluokun only has one year left on his current deal.

JANUARY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mykal Walker named to 2020 PFF All-Rookie Team The Atlanta Falcons' linebacker earned a 74.0 overall grade, including a 90.7 grade in coverage

JANUARY 5, 2021 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

All clear Thursday Walker (shoulder) was a full participant during Thursday's practice, Tori McElhaney of The Athletic reports.

Impact Walker has yet to miss a game this season while battling through hamstring and shoulder injuries, so it's a good sign that he's on track for Week 15. The rookie out of Fresno State has had a solid first year in the NFL, compiling 38 tackles (28 solo), one pass brake up and a forced fumble through 13 games. Now cleared from injury, expect Walker to handle his usual starting role at linebacker for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

DECEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons come up short as Ryan's Hail Mary falls flat

Matt Ryan and Julio Jones couldn’t connect on a 39-yard Hail Mary pass as the ball fell to the end zone turf and Atlanta lost 21-16 to the New Orleans Saints

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • Associated Press

Banged up against Saints Walker (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup against New Orleans.

Impact Walker exited during the first half of the NFC South tilt, depleting Atlanta's linebacking corps alongside Deion Jones and Foyesade Oluokun. The fourth-round rookie has garnered just 19 combined defensive snaps over his past two outings, but he does have three starts to his name along with 26 tackles and a forced fumble on the year. He recorded one pass deflection prior to his Week 11 exit.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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...

OCTOBER 30, 2020 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

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