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WATCH: Kirby Smart sends message to Travon Walker after getting drafted No. 1 in 2022 NFL Draft

20200517_134556by: Justin Rudolph04/29/22

After watching Travon Walker be selected number one overall in the 2022 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars, his former head coach Kirby Smart delivered a special message to Walker. Smart led the Georgia Bulldogs to the College Football Playoff national championship and the school’s first championship since 1980. That was thanks in large part to their dominant defense, which Walker was a significant part of. After watching his former linebacker reap the benefits of his hard work, Smart and members of the Georgia coaching staff delivered this message.

Last season, Walker broke out in a big way for the Bulldogs. The star pass rusher accumulated 37 total tackles and 6.0 sacks in a talented defense, helping lead Georgia to their first national championship in over 40 years.

Most importantly to the Jags, Walker has the potential to become one of the top defensive ends in the entire NFL. He showed flashes of dominance at Georgia, playing all over the defense in helping the Bulldogs accomplish their ultimate goal.

What NFL draft analysts are saying about Travon Walker

Furthermore, Lance Zierlein of NFL.com broke down what Travon Walker can bring to the NFL in his recent scout of the defensive end’s draft profile. The analyst believes the former Georgia star is powerful at the point of attack and possesses excellent intelligence, but will need scheme help at the next level.

“Walker is a big, rugged run-stopper with the playing style and body type to play 3-4 end,” wrote Zierlein. “He consistently outreaches blockers and takes control at the point of attack, and sets firm edges despite playing with limited knee-bend. He plays with violent hands, sluggish feet and all-day aggressiveness. He has quick-shed ability to make plays near his gaps but lacks lateral quickness to play with desired range.

“He won’t be considered a skilled or threatening rusher from any alignment but can plow his way forward to find occasional success. He’s effective against the run but is likely to be a one-way player who comes off the field on passing downs.”