Report: Lions Waive Former Second-Round Draft Pick Mikel Leshoure
Leshoure rushed for 798 yards for the Lions in 2012 but played in only three games last season.
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Leshoure rushed for 798 yards for the Lions in 2012 but played in only three games last season.
So far Leshoure has only seen time in two games this season, and the situation seems unlikely to change - unless, perhaps, he changes teams.
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After carrying the load in the running game for the Detroit Lions last season, Mikel Leshoure would reportedly welcome a trade to a team that would have more use for him this season, according to ESPN.
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With Jahvid Best on the PUP list and Mikel Leshoure out for the first two games of the season due to suspension, the Lions are shorthanded on running backs heading into the regular season. While this may be cause for concern in game two against the 49ers, Detroit shouldn't be too concerned about their matchup against the Rams. Here's why.
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On Tuesday, leaders announced former City Clerk Rana Faraj was fired due to what they call "the discovery of partisan punching bags featuring candidates' faces inside the Clerk's office."
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The Pioneers will often practice or play games while fasting while observing the holiday, which runs through March 19.
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The Pioneers will often practice or play games while fasting while observing the holiday, which runs through March 19.
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