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Will UDFA edge rusher Johnny Walker Jr. surprise and make the Broncos’ 53-man roster?

The Denver Broncos have a talented edge rusher group. Could rookie edge rusher Johnny Walker Jr. defy the odds and earn a spot on the final roster? The Denver Broncos set a franchise record and led the National Football League with 63 sacks in 2024.

Mizzou EDGE Johnny Walker Jr. Signs UDFA Deal With Denver Broncos

Mizzou EDGE Johnny Walker Jr. Signs UDFA Deal With Denver Broncos

A cornerstone of the Missouri Tigers' defense has found a new landing spot as a professional. Defensive end Johnny Walker Jr. was picked up as an undrafted free agent by the Denver Broncos after not being selected in the first seven rounds of the 2025 NFL draft, according to Luca Evans.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / March 21
"We’ll See What the Future Holds;" How Mizzou's Johnny Walker Handled Combine Snub

"We’ll See What the Future Holds;" How Mizzou's Johnny Walker Handled Combine Snub

When Missouri Tigers defensive end Johnny Walker Jr. did not receive an invitation to the NFL Combine, there were some negative reactions. Some people thought he was snubbed, as his successful season in 2024 should have merited an invite.

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Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / March 2
Despite Missing Out on NFL Combine, Mizzou's Johnny Walker has the Respect of Many

Despite Missing Out on NFL Combine, Mizzou's Johnny Walker has the Respect of Many

INDIANAPOLIS — If you ask his four Missouri teammates, and others, at the NFL combine, Johnny Walker was snubbed from the 2025 NFL combine invite list.

College Football News / Rock M Nation / January 16

Recruiting Reset: Damon Wilson fills a huge hole on the edge of D-Line Zou

With the graduation of sack leader Johnny Walker, Jr., the Tigers have found their pass rush replacement. When your team already ranks atop the SEC rankings for best portal classes, complacency might strike a lesser coaching staff this close to the start of the spring semester.

College Football News / Rock M Nation / December 4, 2024

Week 14 Analytics MVPs: An entire unit gets the nod on one side, and the first three-in-a-row on defense

Johnny Walker Jr. has officially made Analytics MVP history, earning his third straight honor. With snow piling all over Faurot Field this past Saturday, it was imperative that the Missouri Tigers have good play in the trenches.

College Football News / Rock M Nation / October 30, 2024

Week 9 Analytics MVPs: Tough loss leaves tough decisions on offense, shining spots on defense

Few positives come from a game where you leave as 34-0 defeated, but Johnny Walker Jr. was one of them. In a game filled with bumps and bruises, the No.

College Football News / Missouri Tigers on SI / August 20, 2024
Johnny Walker is Embracing New Role Headed into Senior Season

Johnny Walker is Embracing New Role Headed into Senior Season

The Tigers lost Darius Robinson to the NFL draft last season. Robinson left a huge imprint on the program, but also left a huge role to fill for the Tigers.

Missouri Tigers News / Missouri Tigers on SI / March 5, 2024
Johnny Walker, Joe Moore Emerging as Leaders on Mizzou's Defense at Spring Practices

Johnny Walker, Joe Moore Emerging as Leaders on Mizzou's Defense at Spring Practices

COLUMBIA — When Brian Early first looked over the Missouri roster after being named the Tigers' edge coach, the names Walker and Moore popped out at him.

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