Detroit Lions S Tracy Walker signed his four-year rookie deal Tuesday, May 15. Financial terms were not disclosed. OL Brett Kendrick was waived in a corresponding move.

Footballguys View: A third-round pick out of Louisiana-Lafayette, Walker is a former AAU basketball star who transitioned to the gridiron late in his prep career. Walker played all over the field for the Ragin’ Cajuns, and he can line up at corner, nickel corner, boundary safety…plus stood out on special teams. He’s not afraid to mix it up as a run defender and could be a valuable player for the Lions going forward.