Tracy Walker III

Tracy Walker and the Lions have restructured his contract to save the Lions $5 million in cap space.

Fantasy Impact

Walker was limited to just three games last season and was placed on injured reserve. The 27-year-old has spent his entire career in Detroit and should slot in as they’re starting strong safety.

Safety Tracy Walker III agreed to terms on a 3 year, $25 million contract ($17 million guaranteed) to return to the Detroit Lions.

Fantasy Impact

Walker III has been a consistent steady force in the Detroit secondary and is solid in coverage and against the run. The veteran safety may not make many big plays, but he also avoids big mistakes.

Tracy Walker finished Sunday’s 38-17 loss to the Buccaneers with seven tackles (five solo).

Fantasy Impact

Walker leads all Lions in tackles with 89 through Week 15. He should only be owned in deeper IDP leagues.

Tracy Walker racked up 13 tackles (nine solo) during Sunday’s 20-7 loss to the Vikings.

Fantasy Impact

Walker is leading all Lions in tackles with 82 through Week 14. He is worth rostering and starting in deeper leagues only.

Tracy Walker finished the win over the Giants with six total tackles. He exited the game in the third quarter with a knee injury.

Fantasy Impact

If Walker is out for an extended period of time, the Lions’ secondary will be tested for the rest of the season. Barring any trade, Detroit will turn to Miles Killebrew to step up in Walker’s place.