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4 Packers’ rookies who could start in Week 1 of 2022 NFL Season

By Brian Sampson

Delaware linebacker Matt Palmer moves in as North Dakota State's Christian Watson pulls in a pass in the third quarter of Delaware's 47-22 loss at Delaware Stadium Saturday.Ud V North Dakota
Delaware linebacker Matt Palmer moves in as North Dakota State's Christian Watson pulls in a pass in the third quarter of Delaware's 47-22 loss at Delaware Stadium Saturday.Ud V North Dakota /
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ATHENS, GA – NOVEMBER 6: Quay Walker #7 stops Tyler Badie #1 during a game between Missouri Tigers and Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on November 6, 2021 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Steven Limentani/ISI Photos/Getty Images)
ATHENS, GA – NOVEMBER 6: Quay Walker #7 stops Tyler Badie #1 during a game between Missouri Tigers and Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on November 6, 2021 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Steven Limentani/ISI Photos/Getty Images) /

Packers’ rookies who could start in Week 1:  Quay Walker, ILB

Quay Walker will technically be listed as a starter in the Packers’ base 3-4 defense alongside star inside linebacker De’Vondre Campbell. However, he’ll have the opportunity to become an actual starter and be on the field right away.

The Packers lack depth behind their top three cornerbacks and top two safeties and might see if Walker can fill some of that gap. They’ll test his ability to cover tight ends and running backs and give him a chance to stay on the field if he can hold his own. Walker has the speed to stick with them, but will need to improve his play recognition and coverage ability.

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