Anthony Walker Fantasy

The Cleveland Browns are placing linebacker Anthony Walker (hamstring) on Injured Reserve on Friday with a hamstring strain, according to a source. Walker should be back in three weeks. The 26-year-old calls defensive plays for the team, so his loss is a notable one, even if it's only for three weeks. He racked up nine tackles (eight solo) in the Week 1 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Walker could be replaced by Malcolm Smith, but the team also worked out free-agent linebacker Reuben Foster on Friday. The Browns defense/special teams was one to avoid in Week 1 against the high-octane offense of the Chiefs, but they'll actually be a fine streaming unit in Week 2 against the Houston Texans without quarterback Deshaun Watson in the fold.

Sep. 17th • 12:17 PM

Cleveland Browns linebacker Anthony Walker (knee) returned to practice on Tuesday. Walker left practice with trainers after suffering the injury on August 2 and missed five practices. Walker will be limited to individual work, for now, but his return to the field is good news for Cleveland. The Browns are counting on Walker to call the defensive plays on what they expect to be a much-improved defense in 2021. Walker is worth a look as a steady producer with potential for big tackle numbers in IDP leagues this year.

Aug. 10th • 2:17 PM

Cleveland Browns linebacker Anthony Walker (knee) got some good news on the knee he injured during practice on Monday. Walker suffered a non-contact knee injury during the session and left practice early but the issue is not considered serious and he will not need surgery. Head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters that Walker will miss a "week-plus" as he heals up, giving him plenty of time to return ahead of the season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs. Walker is being counted on to call the defensive plays and offer a steady presence for a Cleveland defense that is expected to take a big step forward in 2021. He is a solid option as a reserve linebacker in IDP leagues this year.

Aug. 4th • 10:04 AM