NFL Draft Scouting Reports: Charles Walker

Chris Giraldo | Multi-Sport Writer

NFL Draft Reports (D.Tackles)

-Welcome to a new series where me and Jesus Martinez scout some of the best athletes in this years draft. As more and more information is given, we will update accordingly. Or maybe not. We are humans too. In this report we look at general information of a prospect, his off field history, strengths and weaknesses on the field, a summary and a draft projection. Without further ado, lets begin.

Charles Walker (DL) 40 yard dash:

School: Oklahoma 20 yard shuttle:

H&W: 6’2, 299 lbs Bench Press:

Yr: RS Junior Vertical/Broad Jump:

Age:

Strengths	Weaknesses
Good size Talented rusher Good Bull rush Stopping the run Hard hitter Applies pressure	Speed Could use more effort on runs that are not occurring near him Needs to work on pursuing angles

Off-field: Clean

Draft Grades:

Pass Rush:8

Run stop:7

Technique:7

Athleticism: 7

Effort:6

Grade:7.5

Charles Walker is one of those players who jumps out at you, while watching film. The RS Junior did not play much in 2016, following a concussion. He decided to leave the team and prepare for the draft, which DC Bob Stoops was highly critical of. But, Walker is gifted, versatile defensive lineman. He sets great pressure on the edge, and creates a big push. Walker is a hard hitter and a disruptor.

Projection: 2nd round