David Walker impresses during Buccaneers training camp practices
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 3:51 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker David Walker is making a strong impression at training camp, participating actively in nearly every practice since he returned from an ACL tear. Having not played as a rookie in 2025, Walker is now earning opportunities with the first-team defense and has consistently been disruptive in the backfield over nine practices. His performance is prompting discussions within the team about his role, especially following the Buccaneers' past struggles to find consistent edge production. Team management has praised Walker's progress, indicating he may be pushing for a spot in the rotation behind established players.
- •Walker underwent ACL surgery and missed his rookie season in 2025.
- •He has disrupted the offense in nine consecutive training camp practices.
- •Walker is competing for snaps against Yaya Diaby, Rueben Bain Jr., and Al-Quadin Muhammad.
- •General manager Jason Licht has expressed excitement about Walker's performance.
- •The Buccaneers have historically struggled to find dependable pass rushers.
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"After a serious injury, he looks better than ever.
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