NFL Free Agent HUB Profile: KJ Walker, DB
WALKER, KJ | School: Central Missouri | Position: DB | Height: 5094 | Weight: 185 | Hand: 0858 | Arm: 2968 | Wing: 7268 | Vert: 30” | Broad: 9-4 | Hometown: Long Beach, CA
Evaluation:
A versatile defender who can play safety, slot and special teams, Walker knows how to find the football. In fact, he flashed very active hands and is agile with the ball when going the other direction. Walker demonstrated excellent start and stop change of direction capability, along with adequate lateral movement. He seemed to have a natural feel when playing zone. A very smart player on and off the field; one of the most improved players at HUB Football CAMP (Wore #15) by the end of the workout. Worked under positional coach Derrick Gardner. Possesses great instincts and is quick to close to the ball. Appeared to be in excellent condition. Could boost the depth of any secondary with his ability to play multiple positions.
Background:
NFL Draft Class of 2023; finished collegiate career at Central Missouri. Previously played at Portland State (2019-21) and spent two seasons at Orange Coast College (CA). Made Dean’s List every year in college; earned Academic All-Big Sky Conference honors. Degree in sports management. Was a football and basketball standout at Orange Lutheran High School. Son of Kevin and Sandra Walker.
