Anthony Walker Jr.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers inside linebacker Anthony Walker Jr.
After 9 NFL seasons, Tampa Bay Buccaneers inside linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. is calling it quits.
Walker announced his retirement on his official Instagram account on Thursday.
“Thank you football for 26 years of blood, sweat, and tears,” Walker wrote. ” … Thank you to the Colts, Dolphins, Browns and Buccaneers for the opportunity to play this game I’ve always loved … thank you to my teammates. Being a teammate was always my favorite part about playing football! Thank your helping me create the STANDARD! Next chapter will be even better!”
Walker, 30 years old, played his final season with the Buccaneers in 2025 but only appeared in 2 regular-season games. He finished his career with 581 tackles in 101 games with 83 starts.