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DE Travon Walker Enters Conversation for Detroit Lions at No. 2

Could the Detroit Lions select Georgia defensive end Travon Walker with the No. 2 pick in the NFL Draft?
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DE Travon Walker Enters Conversation for Detroit Lions at No. 2
DE Travon Walker Enters Conversation for Detroit Lions at No. 2

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The NFL combine produced several winners after draft prospects worked out for NFL evaluators.  

While Aidan Hutchinson demonstrated elite athleticism, another defensive end has entered the conversation to be considered by the Detroit Lions. 

Georgia defensive end Travon Walker was certainly among the winners following the conclusion of this year's combine.

The 6-foot-5, 272-pound defensive end opened several eyes following his standout performance over the weekend. 

According to NFL.com, "The combine was an excellent opportunity for Walker to show skills he did not get to show during his college career. At Georgia, he played inside while a slew of talented edge rushers got after the quarterback."

During drills, the talented defensive end posted superior numbers, compared to the two players who are considered favorites to be drafted by the Lions. 

While Walker did not enter as a favorite to be drafted in the top five of the 2022 NFL Draft, his workout may have elevated him to be the selection when general manager Brad Holmes hands in the Lions' draft card. 

Walker ran a 4.51-second 40-yard dash, and posted a 6.89-second three-cone drill, a 35 1/2-inch vertical and a 10-foot-3 broad jump.

NFL.com added, "He displayed good flexibility for a player his size (6-foot-5, 272 pounds), turning the corner and running around hoops in drills to show his bend. Walker also displayed powerful punches and swipes at pads during his workout, portending a bright future as a pass rusher at the next level." 

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John Maakaron
JOHN MAAKARON

John Maakaron has covered Detroit Sports since 2013. Brings a vast array of experience covering the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans, Detroit Mercy Titans, and Oakland University Golden Grizzlies. John brings a wealth of sports broadcast experience. In 2013, John had the vision to establish the Detroit Sports Podcast Network. Has recorded over 3000 podcasts analyzing Detroit Sports. In 2019, Sports Illustrated Media Group, a historical sports media outlet, partnered with Detroit Sports Podcast to provide daily Lions content for their growing and expanding digital media outlet. Our Lions content can also be read in the newspaper at The Oakland  Passionate about Detroit Sports and it is reflected in his coverage of the local teams!

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