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Lions Add Safety Jalen Mills, Re-sign Maulet

The Detroit Lions bolster their defensive backfield with the addition of veteran safety Jalen Mills, who joins from the Houston Texans. Mills experience and versatility, having played both corner and safety, make him a valuable asset as the team copes with several injuries. The Lions also re-sign nickel back Arthur Maulet and sign veteran safety Damontae Kazee to their practice squad. Meanwhile, the team releases tight ends Ross Dwelley and Hayden Rucci, leaving them with only one tight end on the active roster, Anthony Firkser. However, they have options in Dan Skipper and Shane Zylstra returning from injured reserve.

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