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Broncos' Johnny Walker aims to make 2026 roster after injury setback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Broncos' Johnny Walker aims to make 2026 roster after injury setback
Summary

Johnny Walker, outside linebacker for the Denver Broncos, missed his entire rookie season due to a severe lower-body injury. After signing as an undrafted free agent in 2025, he was placed on season-ending IR before making the 53-man roster. Entering his second year, Walker hopes to rebound and could potentially secure a spot on the roster or practice squad in 2026.

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  • •Walker made 104 tackles and 18.5 sacks in college at Mizzou.
  • •He was signed by Denver after the 2025 NFL draft.
  • •Walker suffered a significant injury before the 2025 regular season.
  • •He remains with the team as a candidate for the 2026 roster.
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  • 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Broncos roster: OLB Johnny Walker (No. 59) hopes to rebound after injury
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Broncos OLB Johnny Walker missed his entire rookie season on IR. He'll look to bounce back in Year 2.

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