Winnipeg Blue Bombers defensive tackle Ricky Walker making most of his opportunity
For two seasons, the American defensive tackle saw spot duty with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. But while the 6-foot-2, 287-pound Walker never doubted he could be a CFL starter, he understood the need to bide his time.
“So you just stay humble, talk to family, trust the process and be patient. For me, I just waited for the opportunity and it finally came and I’m excited to get out there and take advantage of it.” “That’s a huge part of it and something the staff and players here realize,” he said. “Being here for those two years definitely helped … getting those game reps is the best way to get acclimated and learn.Walker also credits the team-first culture within Winnipeg’s locker room with helping him be patient.
Walker plays alongside veteran Canadian tackle Jake Thomas and they’re flanked by athletic defensive ends Willie Jefferson and Jackson Jeffcoat. Jefferson, the league’s top defensive player in 2019, and Jeffcoat, a former CFL all-star, have both gained notoriety for being disruptive. But Walker said all four players work cohesively to make life difficult for opposing offences.
“You’ve got to know what kind of blocks you’re seeing, what kind of schemes you’re facing and be able to read [offensive] linemen.” “It’s definitely tough, but it’s just the situation we’re in right now. Hopefully that will change where we can all be together.”“First and foremost I see Ricky as a great father and husband as well as a gentle giant,” Kim said. “I’m glad to see him being given an opportunity to showcase his talents and that he’s making plays game in and game out.
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