Jalon Walker was getting a ride to Charlotte, North Carolina, late Thursday night from his home in Salisbury, N.C. He was scheduled to fly to the Atlanta Falcons' facility the next morning on the team's private jet.

Georgia Bulldogs edge/linebacker Jalon Walker, who the Atlanta Falcons drafted in the first-round of the 2025 NFL draft, is considered one of the best draft prospects in the draft. He's earned praise for his versatility and his burst.

Georgia led all SEC teams with 13 players drafted, including first-round picks Mykel Williams, Jalon Walker, and Malaki Starks.