Jalon Walker: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18

NFC Notes: Xavier Legette, Michael Penix, Jalon Walker, Falcons, Panthers

Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski believes QB Michael Penix will gain more control and confidence over the team’s offense once he is fully cleared to return to work.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 10

Falcons signing former Bengals EDGE after Jalon Walker injury

The Atlanta Falcons suffered some tough news last week, as Jalon Walker will be out for the season after tearing his ACL during training camp. Walker was expected to be one of the key edge rushers for the Falcons going into his second season, and now the team will have to rely on the group of other players they have at the position.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 8

Mysterious Falcons OLB Bralen Trice Could Be Key After Jalon Walker Injury

Bralen Trice is within reach of breaking a two-season, 735-day absence from football. The Atlanta Falcons’edge rusher hasn’t played since the 2024 NFL season, when he tore his left ACL against the Miami Dolphins to end his rookie season before it started.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 7

Atlanta Falcons Sign Former Broncos/Jets DB to Fill Jalon Walker's Roster Spot

FLOWERY BRANCH, GA - The Atlanta Falcons suffered a major injury blow this week when second-year edge rusher Jalon Walker suffered a torn ACL as practice was wrapping up on Tuesday afternoon.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 7

Falcons release oft-injured linebacker even after losing Jalon Walker

The Atlanta Falcons have made wholesale changes to both their roster and the coaching staff this offseason, led by the hiring of Kevin Stefanski and the return of Matt Ryan as President of Football.

Georgia Bulldogs News / Yardbarker / August 5

Kirby Smart comments on devastating Jalon Walker injury

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Jalon Walker has a wonderful football story. He's a former five-star recruit who committed to Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs straight out of high school.

Injury tests confirm the worst-case scenario for promising Falcons second-year LB Jalon Walker

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Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 5

Falcons fans outraged over ex-rival’s disrespectful Jalon Walker-Bijan Robinson ‘soul for a soul’ take

The Atlanta Falcons recently got some tough news that rising second-year defender Jalon Walker will be out for the upcoming season with a torn ACL. The news came just hours after it was announced that the team had re-signed superstar Bijan Robinson to a new deal that made him the highest-paid running back in NFL history.

Atlanta Falcons News / Lindy's Sports / August 5

Falcons Have Obvious Roster Move After Devastating Jalon Walker Injury

The Atlanta Falcons were handed devastating injury news to star pass rusher Jalon Walker during training camp. Atlanta confirmed that Walker tore his ACL and is lost for the entire 2026 season.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 5

Injury tests confirm the worst-case scenario for Jalon Walker

Injury tests confirm the worst-case scenario for promising Falcons second-year LB Jalon Walker

Walker flashed franchise cornerstone potential after the Falcons selected the former Georgia Bulldogs standout with pick No. 15 in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Kirby Smart comments on devastating Jalon Walker injury

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Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / August 5

Report: Falcons' Jalon Walker sustained torn ACL

Tests confirmed that Atlanta Falcons pass rusher Jalon Walker sustained a torn ACL and likely will miss the upcoming season, ESPN reported on Wednesday.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 5

Torn ACL Confirmed For Falcons OLB Jalon Walker

According to Jeremy Fowler, tests have confirmed that Falcons OLB Jalon Walker did tear his ACL in practice yesterday. He’ll have season-ending surgery and be placed on injured reserve in the coming days.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 5

Worst fears realized for the Falcons, Jalon Walker

Falcons second-year pass rusher Jalon Walker went down during practice yesterday, and it immediately felt like something that could be season-ending based on the way the team reacted.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 5

Steelers Have Another Potential Trade Partner in NFC

Another NFC South team could line up as a potential trade partner with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Atlanta Falcons EDGE rusher Jalon Walker, the No. 15 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, is believed to have torn his ACL during a training camp practice, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Steve Wyche.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 4

Free Agent Edge Rusher Options for Falcons After Jalon Walker's Season-Ending Injury

The Atlanta Falcons will be without their rising star outside linebacker Jalon Walker in the 2026 NFL season. The second-year edge rusher was carted off the field at Atlanta’s training camp practice on Tuesday, Aug.

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 4

Falcons hit with brutal injury to key defender at training camp

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Atlanta Falcons News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4

Falcons lose key player to apparent season-ending injury

Training camp has yet to wrap up, but we already have our first significant injury of the NFL season. Atlanta Falcons edge Jalon Walker likely suffered a torn ACL during Tuesday’s practice, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / August 4

Torn ACL Feared For Falcons DE Jalon Walker

Falcons defensive end Jalon Walker is feared to have suffered a torn ACL at training camp on Tuesday, per Ian Rapoport and Steve Wyche of NFL Network. The 2025 first-round pick will undergo an MRI to confirm.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

Falcons Fear Torn ACL For OLB Jalon Walker

Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Falcons fear OLB Jalon Walker suffered a torn ACL at practice on Tuesday. Rapoport mentions Walker will have an MRI to confirm the injury.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

Falcons DE Jalon Walker Carted Off With Apparent Injury

Per Josh Kendall of The Athletic, Falcons DE Jalon Walker went down at practice on Tuesday and seemed to hurt his left leg. Kendall mentions the entire team was on a knee and started huddling as the cart came out.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 20

Healthy and Confident, Jalon Walker Looks Ready to Take Off in Year Two

FLOWERY BRANCH – The anticipation for Jalon Walker in year two of being in an Atlanta Falcons jersey is starting to build. Walker knows that, and it was only day two of organized team activities (OTAs), but the enthusiasm was written all over his face on Tuesday. “Words cannot explain my excitement,” he said after practice on Tuesday.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 21

Is a Jalon Walker Year 2 Leap Imminent for the Falcons?

ATHENS – The Atlanta Falcons sent a major contingent to Athens to get a look at the next generation of Georgia football players at their annual pro day.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 29

Falcons looking to expand the role of Jalon Walker

Jalon Walker has missed the last two games with a groin injury, and his absence — particularly in the run game — has been noticeable. The Falcons are hopeful he’ll return this week, and according to head coach Raheem Morris, they plan to expand his role when he does.