The Central Arkansas product was selected by the Bucs in the fourth round with the No. 121 overall pick after being named the FCS National Defensive Player of the Year. In 2024, Walker racked up 62 tackles, 10.5 sacks and four forced fumbles. He recorded 31 sacks in three seasons for the Bears and drew comparisons to Brandon Graham as a prospect.

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Buccaneers rookie linebacker David Walker tore an ACL and likely will miss the rest of the season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie edge rusher David Walker has a torn ACL and will miss the season, coach Todd Bowles confirmed Monday. Walker, the Bucs' fourth-round pick in this year's draft, suffered the injury during Friday's practice.