Can I use a Texas Rig for Walleye fishing? Are there certain conditions in which this rig will better than others?

A Texas Rig is a good choice when you’re fishing for Walleye on a lake or river that has depressions, holes or pockets on the bottom but there aren’t a lot of rocks present.  It’s an extremely versatile rig with pinpoint accuracy for casting due to the fact that it doesn’t use a leader.  The weedless Texas Rig is a good choice when fishing in the brush as well as around the levees and dams.  (use a lighter weight to avoid snagging on the rocks).  I prefer to use the Texas Rig when I’m fishing in clear water so I can actually guide the bait into the holes.  With this rig, I let the weight sink to the bottom.  When I feel the tap as it hits, I use a slight tug to pull it upward.  Reeling in the slack, I let the rig settle and hit bottom again.  The weight makes a lightly noise when it hits and the motion gives a smooth movement to the bait.  Although the Texas Rig was originally designed to be used with a plastic worm, I’ve used it with live bait as well with good results.  Remember if you’re using a minnow to hook it just behind both lips.  This hook placement will keep the bait alive and allow it to swim around enough to attract the Walleye.