Ramon Walker

Ramon D. Walker (born November 8, 1979) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive back for the Houston Texans of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Texans in the fifth round of the 2002 NFL draft. He played college football for the Pittsburgh Panthers.

Early life Walker was born in Akron, Ohio and played high school football at John R. Buchtel High School in Akron. He recorded 29 tackles, 17 sacks and three blocked punts while also rushing 126 times for 1,203 yards his senior year, earning all-state and Ohio Defensive Player of the Year honors.

College career Walker played college football for the Pittsburgh Panthers from 1998 to 2001. He was redshirted in 1998. He finished his college career with totals of 307 career tackles, two interceptions and 14 pass breakups. He officially signed with the team on July 18, 2002. He became a free agent after the 2005 season and re-signed with the Texans on March 22, 2006. Walker was released on August 28, 2006.