09-01-2008, 10:34 PM
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Official Favre Hater
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Lions sign Rudi Johnson, cut Tatum Bell
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The Detroit Lions have confirmed that free agent running back Rudi Johnson has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the team.
Because the deal was struck after 4 p.m., after the league offices closed, the signing won't be official until Tuesday morning.
Johnson, who rushed for 1,000 yards in three straight seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals (2004-06), replaces Tatum Bell as the No. 2 running back behind starter Kevin Smith.
The Lions aren't expected to announce any roster moves until Tuesday, but Bell told a Denver television station that he's been informed that he'll be released. The addition of Johnson, an eight-year veteran, might mean the Lions will use more of a platoon system at running back.
After practice Monday, Lions coach Rod Marinelli said, "I just had a chance to watch him in some drills (during a workout) and he's impressive. He's a big, thick guy who has great feet. I played against him over the years so I know he's a very physical back. He's a guy with a lot of talent and a lot of experience.''
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Source: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf...ith_lions.html
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