ATLANTA — Falcons defensive tackle Vance Walker has signed his $1.26 million tender as a restricted free agent.
Walker had 25 tackles with two sacks with the Falcons in 2011. He also had a forced fumble and fumble recovery while playing in all 16 games as a backup last season.
The Falcons also on Friday announced that long snapper Joe Zelenka has signed to return for his fourth season.
Terms were not announced.