Morris characterized it as "nothing long term" and the plan was to have Walker, the former UGA star taken 15th overall by the Falcons in the most recent draft, back in practice at some point today and going full speed independently as the team exercises caution with him.

Pundits have raved this offseason about the versatility of Atlanta Falcons first-round pick Jalon Walker. Linebacker Kaden Elliss was very complimentary of Walker's ability to play the edge and inside as well. But showcasing that versatility doesn't appear to be on Walker's mind this summer.

Falcons first-round pick Jalon Walker is dealing with his first NFL injury. Walker has been sidelined by a hamstring injury this week that head coach Raheem Morris called minor in a Thursday press conference.