The Facts:
After blowing out his knee in Green Bay's season opener at Detroit, Walker had reconstructive surgery in early October. Another minor procedure was performed on his knee last month, but subsequent exams left the Broncos' medical team satisfied Walker would be near full recovery when training camp opens in late July.
Reported by the Denver Post
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Asked upon signing his contract Wednesday, reporters asked if he was damaged goods: "No," Walker replied. "That (second surgery) was just to check and see if everything was healing correctly. Obviously, Denver wouldn't have given up a second-round pick without knowing that teams of medical doctors from each and every team knew that I would be ready for training camp. ..." True. But it remains to be seen just how long it takes Walker to return to pre-injury form.
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