Anthony Barr, the former Minnesota Vikings and Dallas Cowboys linebacker, fell victim to a burglary at his Los Angeles residence recently.
According to reports from TMZ Sports, Barr, currently a free agent, was not present at the time of the incident.
In the early hours of Friday morning, three men allegedly broke into Barr’s home by smashing through a rear window.
Security cameras captured footage of the burglary, but the perpetrators managed to flee before law enforcement arrived on the scene.
Authorities have yet to make any arrests, and an investigation is underway to determine what items were stolen during the break-in.
Barr joins a list of high-profile individuals in LA, including actor Marlon Wayans and former NBA star Paul Pierce, who have recently experienced similar incidents.
Anthony Barr, aged 32, has had a notable career in the NFL, beginning with a standout tenure at UCLA before being drafted ninth overall by the Minnesota Vikings in 2014.
During his eight seasons with the Vikings, Barr made 98 appearances and earned four Pro-Bowl selections between 2015 and 2018.
Recent Career Moves
After being released in 2022, Barr joined the Dallas Cowboys as a free agent but faced challenges due to injuries during his lone season with the team.
He returned to Minnesota later that year, initially on the practice squad before rejoining the active roster.
However, he departed again without making a further appearance.
Future Prospects
As the 2024-25 NFL season approaches, speculation abounds regarding Barr’s next career move.
Rumors suggest that the Green Bay Packers could potentially sign the experienced linebacker, adding intrigue to his ongoing professional journey.
