Report: Lions release former starting safety Tracy Walker

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The Detroit Lions released Tracy Walker, ESPN reported Tuesday, after the veteran safety posted a goodbye message to the team's fans on social media.

Walker has spent his entire six-year NFL career with Detroit. He was set to carry a $12.82 million cap hit in 2024, the final year of his contract.

"Detroit I want to thank you for welcoming me in as rookie and accepting me as