During those procedures, Walker says Edwin remains firmly entrenched in his family's hearts and minds. Walker carves out time in the demanding schedule of an NFL rookie to FaceTime Edwin as often as he can to get updates on his life and provide support. And there's another champion in Edwin's journey that is closer to him than anyone else — his brother Howard.
"They're two peas in a pod, for sure," Walker said. "If you see one, you'll see the other right behind him. And I enjoy their relationship because their closeness reminds me of me and my brother's closeness. The way I see them operate, they still play the same; they still do everything the same that you see a normal child do.
"His twin brother is his wingman, so if he's not able to do anything or if anything's hindering him, he'll make sure he finds a way."
Treatment and care for AMC often centers around helping an individual become as independent as possible, providing them with a sense of personal dignity and the ability to follow their own passions. For Edwin, that involves sports, singing and drawing.
"They're full of joy, full of laughter. They love to play, love to play sports," Walker said. "Edwin, he's actually a great artist. He can draw. As I speak about his condition and his wrist being bent, like I said, anything that does not hinder him, he uses it to his own advantage. He's a great artist. He's a great singer. Nobody really knows that he sings."
Walker can also display a flair for showmanship from time to time. Look no further than his signature sack celebration, "The Walk," for evidence.