Kentucky defensive tackle Deone Walker was named an Associated Press Preseason All-American on Monday.
Walker led Kentucky in tackles for loss (12.5), quarterback sacks (7.5) and quarterback hurries (8) last season. He is expected to be one of the top defensive players in college football in 2024.
Here is a press release from UK Athletics:
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Kentucky defensive tackle Deone Walker has been named a second-team preseason All-American by the Associated Press, it was announced Monday.
The defensive lineman continues to garner preseason praise, having stacked a recognition list this preseason that includes:
Preseason All-America, First Team (ESPN, Sporting News) Walker, a 6-foot-6, 348-pound defensive lineman from Detroit, is coming off a sensational sophomore season in 2023.
Preseason All-America, Second Team (AP, Athlon, Phil Steele, USA Today, Walter Camp)
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Preseason All-SEC, First Team (Athlon, Media, Phil Steele)