When the Falcons signed former USFL Defensive Player of the Year Frank Ginda officially today, we knew they were likely cutting an inside linebacker to make room for him. The question was who, given that the team has several reserve options including former undrafted free agent Nate Landman, free agent signings like Tae Davis and Mike Jones Jr., and a veteran incumbent in Mykal Walker.
Unfortunately for Walker, he’s the choice, a thought I had entertained last night when the Ginda signing was first reported but ultimately dismissed. Last year’s opening day starter at inside linebacker next to Rashaan Evans, Walker lost that job partway through the year but had a mostly new-look defensive coaching staff to try to impress.