Whip Walton

Whip Walton (born July 16, 1955) is an American former professional football linebacker who played for the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the San Diego State Aztecs and was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the third round of the 1978 NFL draft.

Early life Whip Walton was born on July 16, 1955, in Corona, California. He attended Bolsa Grande High School in Garden Grove, California. Walton finished his college career with three interceptions for 46 yards and a still-standing school-record of 407 tackles.

Professional career Walton was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the third round, with the 75th overall pick, of the 1978 NFL draft. On August 15, 1978, he was placed on injured reserve, where he spent the entire 1978 season. Bennett then wrote "Just what the connection is between Navy blue and the name Whip is not clear".