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Twitter reacts: Travon Walker first Georgia defensive player drafted No. 1

Twitter is blowing up over Travon Walker going No. 1

Georgia defensive lineman Travon Walker has been selected as the No. 1 overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

The Thomaston, Ga., native shot up draft boards after a huge combine performance and now is the first ever UGA defensive player to be taken No. 1 overall.

Here’s how UGA Twitter reacted to the big news:

NFL Draft: Georgia’s Travon Walker a ‘Realistic Possibility’ to jump Aidan Hutchinson for No. 1 pick

Travon Walker may be the No. 1 overall pick…

Georgia EDGE defender Travon Walker has soared up NFL draft boards this season thanks to some big-time performances at the NFL combine and UGA’s pro day.

Walker’s ascent has reached all the way to the top of the draft, where Dane Brugler of the Athletic says the UGA prospect might leapfrog Michigan’s Aidan Hutchinson for the No. 1 overall pick – ‘A realistic possibility.’

Walker impressed the league at the combine where he measured in at 6-foot-5, 272 pounds and ran a 4.51 forty yard dash, along with a 35 inch vertical and 6.89 three-cone-drill. That vaulted Walker to the very top in terms of size and athleticism.

The Thomaston, Ga., native racked up six sacks and a team-high 36 quarterback hurries this past season for the Bulldogs.

While Walker’s production is significantly lower than that of Hutchinson, who was named Heisman runner-up after a 14-sack season in 2021, the size and athleticism Walker possesses could make him an even better pro than the Wolverines’ star.

Per Tony Pauline of Pro Football Network, Walker will sit down with the Jacksonville Jaguars organization in the coming weeks.

The 2022 NFL draft will take place Thursday, April 28 through Saturday, April 30 on NFL Network.

Who is Travon Walker’s NFL player comparison?

Georgia Bulldogs standout defensive end Travon Walker is ranked as one of the top defensive linemen in the 2022 NFL draft

Georgia Bulldogs standout defensive end Travon Walker is ranked as one of the top pass rushers in the 2022 NFL draft. Walker has impressive speed and strength.

He has positioned himself to be one of the top defensive ends drafted thanks to his incredible 2021 season. In fact, highly respected NFL draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah projected Walker as a top-five selection.

Walker has freaky athleticism, but he also displayed an extremely high motor in the national championship game. He chased down an Alabama wide receiver to save a potential touchdown:

Walker had another memorable play in the College Football Playoff against Michigan. Walker is a reason Michigan looked so physically overmatched against Georgia.

Walker has the potential to dominate on both passing and rushing downs in the NFL. His athleticism is elite, and he has good bend around the edge.

Who is Travon Walker’s NFL player comparison?

Walker has been compared to Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Chris Wormley. Wormley recorded 7 sacks in 2021 and is a key piece on Pittsburgh’s defense. He benefits from all of the attention TJ Watt receives, but he produced at a high level.

Wormley was a third-round pick in 2017 coming out of Michigan.

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NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein described Travon Walker’s strengths and weaknesses ahead of the 2022 NFL draft:

Walker is a big, rugged run-stopper with the playing style and body type to play 3-4 end. He consistently outreaches blockers and takes control at the point of attack, and sets firm edges despite playing with limited knee-bend. He plays with violent hands, sluggish feet and all-day aggressiveness. He has quick-shed ability to make plays near his gaps but lacks lateral quickness to play with desired range. He won’t be considered a skilled or threatening rusher from any alignment but can plow his way forward to find occasional success. He’s effective against the run but is likely to be a one-way player who comes off the field on passing downs.

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Georgia football offers scholarship to TJ Searcy

The Georgia Bulldogs have offered a scholarship to 2023 defensive end recruit TJ Searcy.

The Georgia Bulldogs have offered a scholarship to TJ Searcy. Searcy is a member of the class of 2023 and is a sophomore in high school.

Searcy plays defensive end and has a great frame at six-foot-five and he weighs 250 pounds. Searcy certainly has the size to win battles in the trenches in the SEC. In addition to playing defensive end, Searcy also plays some tight end.

Continuing a theme in college football and recruiting, Searcy is a versatile player. He’s quick off the line and has good burst. He’s got the ability to drop into coverage. Searcy also shows good strength and is a stout run defender, especially at the high school level.

Searcy plays football for Upson-Lee High School in Thomaston, Georgia. Upson-Lee is the home of Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Travon Walker, who was a very well-regarded recruit. Dawg fans will hope Walker can help lure Searcy to come to Athens.

Georgia is the first school to offer the talented defensive end a scholarship. TJ Searcy announced his scholarship offer from the Bulldogs via his Twitter account:

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UGA football player card: DL Warren Brinson

Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Warren Brinson played high school football at the prestigious IMG Academy

Warren Brinson, defensive lineman (No. 97):

Class: Freshman

Height: 6-4

Weight: 305 pounds

Hometown: Bradenton, Florida

High School: IMG Academy

Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Warren Brinson played high school football at the prestigious IMG Academy. Brinson enrolled early at the University of Georgia.

The four-star recruit will be a part of Georgia’s stout front seven. Brinson is a native of Savannah, Georgia and played football at Savannah Christian before coming to IMG Academy.

Last season, Georgia had the top run defense in the nation and allowed only two rushing touchdowns all season. Brinson will help provide depth and potential for the Dawgs. He’ll be an important player in the future.

Brinson will combine with Malik Herring, Devonte Wyatt, Nolan Smith, Travon Walker, Jermaine Johnson, Azeez Ojulari, Jordan Davis and more to form one of the top defensive fronts in the SEC next season. Dan Lanning’s defense should be a treat to watch.

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UGA football player card: DL Travon Walker

As a freshman, Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Travon Walker played in 12 games and ended the season on the Freshman All-SEC Team.

Travon Walker, Defensive Line (#44):

Class: Sophomore

Height: 6-5

Weight: 290 pounds

Hometown: Thomaston, Georgia

High School: Upson-Lee High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Travon Walker recorded 2.5 sacks last season.  He finished the season with eight total pressures. Walker came to the University of Georgia as a five-star prospect.

Walker has limitless potential and should be in for a massive 2020 season. Walker really came on at the end of the season. He recorded a sack to end Auburn’s comeback hopes last season:

As a freshman, Walker played in 12 of 14 total games and ended the season on the Freshman All-SEC Team. He additionally played some special teams.

Travon Walker has some incredible high school highlights. He played running back, tight end, defensive end, and linebacker back in the day at Upson-Lee High School. His speed, power, and quickness were unfair at the high school level:

Walker could help elevate Georgia’s defense in 2020 by wrecking havoc on quarterbacks. Georgia’s pass rush is one of the only ways the defense can improve in 2020.

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