Louie Walker

Louis Walker Jr. (born July 23, 1952) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) for the Dallas Cowboys. He played college football for the Colorado State Rams.

Early life Walker attended Washington Preparatory High School, where he was a two-time All-league linebacker. He also practiced track and swimming.

He enrolled at West Los Angeles Junior College, where he played as a fullback and linebacker. He was a two-time All-conference linebacker.

Professional career Dallas Cowboys Walker was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Dallas Cowboys after the 1974 NFL draft. He missed the last 3 preseason games with an injury. He was waived before the start of the season. On October 21, he was re-signed to take the place of an injured Rodrigo Barnes on the roster. He played in the last 8 games of the season, focusing on special teams.

On August 6, 1975, he was traded to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for an unspecified amount of cash.

San Francisco 49ers On September 2, 1975, he was released before the start of the season.