Walker (ankle) recorded two solo tackles in Saturday's 20-7 preseason win over the Seahawks.

EDGE Analysis

Walker was able to return to action after nursing an ankle injury at practice for a couple weeks, making the most of his five snaps on defense against Seattle. The 25-year-old is set to operate in a starting role at outside linebacker with the Packers again in 2025.

Walker (ankle) was a limited participant in Tuesday's training camp practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Walker had a brief stint on the PUP list due to an ankle injury. He was cleared in late July and has been a limited participant in practices, but he took a step in the right direction by participating in 11-on-11 drills during Tuesday's session. Walker could be held out of Saturday's preseason opener against the Jets to avoid aggravating the injury, but the 2022 first-rounder could see some snaps in the Packers' other exhibition games.

Walker (undisclosed) passed a physical and was activated from the active/PUP list Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Walker spent five days on the active/PUP list before getting the all-clear to practice, which may come to pass as soon as Thursday. After the Packers opted not to pick up the fifth-year option on his rookie contract back in May, the 2022 first-round pick is set to play out the final year of that deal in 2025, when he'll be seeking his fourth 100-tackle campaign in as many seasons as a pro. The emergence of 2024 second-round, off-ball linebacker Edgerrin Cooper could hinder that effort, however.

The Packers placed Walker (undisclosed) on the active/PUP list Friday, Zach Jacobson of 247Sports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Despite racking up at least 100 tackles in each of his first three seasons as a pro, the 2022 first-round pick didn't have the fifth-year option on his rookie contract picked up by Green Bay this spring, meaning he's set to play out the 2025 campaign on an expiring deal. He'll also be contending with second-year pro Edgerrin Cooper at off-ball linebacker after the latter capped his rookie year with standout play down the stretch, featuring 42 tackles, including 1.0 sack, and one interception in five games between Week 15 and a wild-card loss at Philadelphia. Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reported Friday that Walker dealt with an injury during the offseason program, but once he proves his health, he'll be able to practice at any point during training camp, which officially kicks off for Packers veterans this coming Tuesday.

Walker had his fifth-year option declined by the Packers on Thursday, though the team still wants to work out an extension, Rob Demovsky of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 2022 first-round pick has recorded 121 (75 solo), 118 (59 solo) and 102 (72 solo) tackles across his three pro regular seasons, respectively, leading Green Bay in the category each year. Walker did miss seven combined games due to injuries the last two seasons, including three with an ankle issue and one with a concussion in 2024. Despite those injuries, Packers GM Brian Gutekunst called Walker "really impactful," "a great leader" and a player the team "would love to have" around "for longer than just a couple years," per Demovsky.

Walker played in 13 regular-season games in 2024 and finished with 102 tackles (72 solo), including 2.5 sacks, and two pass defenses.

EDGE Analysis

Walker missed the final three games of the regular season due to an ankle injury, but he was able to play in Green Bay's NFC wild-card loss to Philadelphia and finished with eight tackles (four solo) while playing 54 defensive snaps. Despite missing four regular-season games, Walker managed to reach the tackling century mark for the third straight season and led the Packers in that category in 2024. Walker could be tasked with more defensive responsibilities in 2025 if Isaiah McDuffie decides to take his talents elsewhere in free agency.

Walker (ankle) is active for Sunday's NFC wild-card game against the Eagles, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Walker missed the Packers' final three games of the regular season due to an ankle injury. He was a limited participant in practice all week, and the 2022 first-round pick has progressed enough in his recovery to play in the Packers' playoff opener. Walker will start alongside Edgerrin Cooper and Isaiah McDuffie while Eric Wilson and Ty'Ron Hopper provide rotational depth at linebacker.

Walker (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's wild-card matchup against the Eagles, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Walker practiced for the first time since injuring his ankle in Week 15, logging a week of limited sessions. Despite the Georgia product being sidelined for four games this season, he remains the Packers' leading tackler with 102 stops in just 13 appearances. Walker would be a significant addition to Green Bay's defense if he can play Sunday, starting alongside rookie Edgerrin Cooper. If he's unable to play through his ankle issue, expect Isaiah McDuffie to serve as one of the Packers' starting inside linebackers in the wild-card round.

Walker (ankle) was a limited participant during practice Wednesday, Bill Huber of SI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Walker had yet to practice since suffering the injury in Week 15, so his return to the field in any capacity is a big step in the right direction. Head coach Matt LaFleur stated Monday that he was optimistic Walker could suit up Sunday against the Eagles, and he may now be on track to do so. Walker's practice status in the days ahead will still be worth monitoring though.

Head coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that he's optimistic Walker (ankle) will be able to play in Sunday's wild-card game against the Eagles, Zach Jacobson of 247Sports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Walker missed the Packers' final three regular-season games and has yet to practice since suffering the injury in Week 15. The return of the Georgia product would certainly be a boost to the Packers' linebacker corps against Philadelphia in the wild-card round.