Derek Walker | Illinois Scouting Report

Strengths:
Solid athlete...Adequate height and bulk with long arms...Very good strength...Stout at the point of attack...Does a terrific job against the run...Pretty instinctive...Aggressive with a great motor...Experienced.

Weaknesses:
Isn't very fast or quick and lacks a burst...Not real fluid or agile...Does not offer much as a pass rusher...Struggles in pursuit...Doesn't have much upside..Bit of a 'tweener...May not be an ideal fit for every team.

Notes:
Four-year starter for the Fighting Illini...A Freshman All-American in 2005...Was named Honorable Mention All-Big Ten as a senior...Could fit as a left defensive end in a 4-3 or a five-technique in a 3-4...Battle tested prospect who could compete for a backup job at the next level.

Career Statistics
Year	GP	TKL	TFL	SACK
2004	RS	-	-	-
2005	11	26	6.0	1.0
2006	12	29	8.0	5.5
2007	12	22	3.5	2.5
2008	12	33	7.0	6.0
Totals	47	110	24.5	15.0