Sam Walker returned safely from ACL injury, playing 40 minutes in NSWRL game against Parramatta.
Sydney Roosters halfback Sam Walker made a successful - and safe - return to rugby league on Sunday.
After a 10-month recovery from an ACL injury, Walker, 22, returned in the Roosters' NSWRL game against Parramatta at Kellyville Park.
Walker played 40 minutes before being replaced by young Toby Rodwell.
Roosters coach Trent Robinson will now decide whether to rush Walker back into his starting side for Saturday's away match against Newcastle.
Walker has not played since last September after rupturing an ACL in his left knee during a match against Canberra.
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