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Lions Sign RB Jonathan Williams

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The Detroit Lions have signed running back Jonathan Williams, adding depth in the backfield behind Kerryon Johnson and rookie D'Andre Swift.

Detroit released running back Wes Hills on Monday to clear a spot on the roster.

HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 21: Jonathan Williams #33 of the Indianapolis Colts stiff arms Zach Cunningham #41 of the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on November 21, 2019 in Houston, Texas. The Texans defeated the Colts 20-17. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

Williams has 329 yards rushing on 79 carries with two touchdowns over parts of three seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, New Orleans Saints and Buffalo Bills.

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First published on August 18, 2020 / 9:10 AM EDT

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