FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — After some absences from camp this week , Falcons coach Raheem Morris clarified Thursday at camp that first-round linebacker Jalon Walker has a "slight hamstring issue" that he's been dealing with.

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.

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Walker, Morris said , is "chomping at the bit" to get out there.

Jalon Walker warming up with the team today. Dealing with a “small hamstring issue.”

Good to at least see him out with the other guys this mo

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