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In a move that most expected to happen much earlier in the week, the Jets have moved on from wide receiver/kick returner Isaiah Williams following a disastrous performance last week. Called on for his first action as a Jet, Williams lost a fumble on kick returns and then called for a fair catch on a punt at the 2-yard-line.

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 4

Jets Make Four Moves, Sign LB Mykal Walker To Active Roster

Per Rich Cimini, the Jets made four roster moves ahead of Week 5, including signing veteran LB Mykal Walker to their active roster. New York is also releasing WR/KR Isaiah Williams and elevating defensive backs Dean Clark and Avery Williams for their upcoming game.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / September 29

Jets Announce Last-Second Elevations For Dolphins Game

The New York Jets are just a few hours away from taking on the Miami Dolphins in Week 4 action from Hard Rock Stadium. New York has been hit hard with injuries recently, including to Quincy Williams, and in response, the Jets announced that linebacker Mykal Walker has been elevated for the Week 4 showdown to go along with safety Dean Clark.

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New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29

Jets Elevated Two Players For Monday Night Football

The New York Jets announced they have elevated LB Mykal Walker and S Dean Clark from the practice squad to the active roster for tonight’s game against the Dolphims. Walker, 28, was a fourth-round pick by the Falcons in 2020 out of Fresno State.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 2

Former Steelers LB Joins Jets Before Week 1

A former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker has joined the New York Jets just in time for a Week 1 matchup between the two teams at MetLife Stadium this upcoming weekend.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / September 1

Jets Add Standout LB, UDFA To Practice Squad, Cut Rookie

The New York Jets made a few different moves on Monday. The Jets continued to tinker with the practice squad. ESPN's Rich Cimini initially reported that New York is adding veteran linebacker Mykal Walker and undrafted free agent rookie running back Lawrance Toafili.

NFL News / JetNation.com / September 1

Lawrance Toafili, Mykal Walker Added to Jets Practice Squad

Tinkering with the practice squad ahead of their MetLife season opener in under a week, the Jets have brought back running back Lawrance Toafili along with former journeyman linebacker Mykal Walker.

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1

Jets Signing LB Mykal Walker Among Three PS Moves

ESPN’s Rich Cimini reports the Jets are signing LB Mykal Walker to the practice squad. Here’s an updated look at the Jets’ practice squad: S Dean Clark

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / March 19

Should Cardinals Re-Sign Team Captain?

The Arizona Cardinals could still use some help in their linebacker group, and the best available solution might be one they're already familiar with. Arizona has already signed two linebackers in free agency in Akeem Davis-Gaither and Mykal Walker, and have an excellent young LB in Mack Wilson Sr.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

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NFL News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / March 12

Cardinals Sign Commanders LB

The Arizona Cardinals are reportedly signing Washington Commanders LB Mykal Walker, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Financial details are not yet known.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 12

Cardinals to sign veteran LB Mykal Walker

Walker appeared in 17 games for the Commanders in 2024 with more than 80% of his playing time coming on special teams.

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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / December 21

Commanders veteran receives early lump of coal from NFL days before Christmas

Washington Commanders linebacker Mykal Walker is getting an early gift from the NFL ahead of Christmas. The bad news? It's a good ol' lump of coal. The NFL is fining Walker $6,250 for unnecessary roughness (use of the helmet) during a play from the Commanders' win over the New Orleans Saints.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 3, 2024

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NFL News / Steelers Now / April 2, 2024

Commanders Sign Former Steelers Linebacker

The Washington Commanders have signed former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Mykal Walker, the team announced on Tuesday. The Steelers promoted Mykal Walker from the practice squad to the 53-man roster before the club’s Week 11 game against the Cleveland Browns, and he would go on to be a contributor down the stretch amid injuries.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 2, 2024

Commanders Sign LB Mykal Walker

The Washington Commanders announced on Tuesday they have signed LB Mykal Walker to a contract. He overlapped with new Commanders HC Dan Quinn briefly in Atlanta as a rookie. Walker, 26, was a fourth-round pick by the Falcons in 2020 out of Fresno State.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / December 27, 2023

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