Alex Walker Class: Sophomore Hometown: McLean, Va. High School: Langley HS Height / Weight: 6-0 / 285 Position: Defensive Lineman Experience: SQ

A physical third-year player who provides depth on the interior of the defensive line.

As a Redshirt Freshman (2011): Played in one game as a reserve defensive lineman ... saw his first-career action vs. Towson (10/1) ... did not record any statistics.

As a Freshman (2010): Redshirted.

At Langley High School: A 2007 all-region selection ... all-state choice in 2008 ... a 2007 All-Liberty District defensive tackle ... also threw discus for the track team ... went to the 2008 state discus finals ... coached by John Hoverton.

Personal: Born in Reston, Va. ... parents are Carol and Rick `Doc' Walker ... has two brothers, Austin, 21, and Aaron, 16 ... Austin is a defensive back on the team ... father is currently a sports-talk radio host for ESPN 980 in Washington, D.C. ... favorite sports hero is Warren Sapp ... chose Maryland for educational opportunities and football program ... career plans include getting a job with the government ... a family science major.