Walker has delivered up-and-down defensive performances since the Falcons drafted him in the 2020 NFL draft’s fourth round but found his groove last year as a special teamer and backup linebacker. Walker could handle a similar role for the Cardinals though at 27 years old, the team may attempt to coach him up as a run defender.

Walker was recently waived by the Falcons but will now attempt to make the Bears’ 53-man roster. Walker, 25, was a fourth-round pick by the Falcons in 2020 and totaled 107 tackles and two interceptions in 16 games last season. Walker is coming off a career year with the Falcons, making the team’s decision to cut him a bit curious. He should have a chance to stick on the Bears’ roster if he performs well in camp.

Walker started 12 games for the Falcons a season ago but was released in a corresponding move to the signing of former USFL defensive player of the year Frank Ginda. The 25-year-old will hit the open market with just over three weeks until the start of the regular season.