Deone Walker is a formidable defensive tackle who played for the Kentucky Wildcats before entering the 2025 NFL Draft. Standing 6'7" and weighing 345 pounds, Walker was a three-year starter and team captain at Kentucky, starting 36 of 37 games over his collegiate career. In the 2024 season, he recorded 37 tackles, 5.0 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, and two pass breakups. Despite a slight dip in production from his sophomore year, Walker earned Second-Team All-SEC honors and was a preseason First-Team All-American by Sporting News and ESPN. He also received recognition on several prestigious watch lists, including the Lott IMPACT Trophy and the Outland Trophy.
Following his standout college career, Walker was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the fourth round (109th overall) of the 2025 NFL Draft. Scouting reports highlight his elite size, strength, and ability to disrupt the line of scrimmage. Analysts praise his potential to develop into a dominant interior defensive lineman in the NFL. Despite being a fourth-round pick, Walker is considered one of the draft's best value selections.
