Rashied Davis Reportedly Agrees To Deal With Detroit Lions

by Sean Yuille on Jul 28, 2011 11:19 AM EDT in Detroit Lions News

On Wednesday, the Chicago Sun-Times' Sean Jensen speculated that the Detroit Lions could show some interest in wide receiver Rashied Davis. He thought that with Bryant Johnson set to be released, the Lions would like Davis' versatility and special teams skills, making him a possible addition.

Jensen turned out to be correct with his speculation, because he's reporting today that the Lions and Davis have agreed to terms on a deal. Jensen says that Davis had other options to consider, and yesterday he reported that the Bears were trying to re-sign him. It's not clear if he had an offer from the Bears or not, but he is set to join the Lions now.

Davis, who is 32 years old, had been in Chicago since 2005. He came into the NFL after playing for four years in the Arena Football League, and in his rookie season he mainly worked on special teams, recording zero catches. He had 22, 17 and 35 catches in 2006, 2007 and 2008, respectively, racking up nearly 1,000 yards and four touchdowns. The past two seasons he only had a total of 14 catches for 119 yards and one touchdown.

Davis appears to be a player that can contribute in a big way on special teams and also line up at wide receiver when necessary. I'm not quite sure how he fits into the Lions' plans just yet, but it seems he could compete for the fourth spot at WR.

UPDATE: The Chicago Tribune's Vaughn McClure is reporting that Davis has not agreed to a deal with the Lions yet and the Bears "are still in the mix."

UPDATE II: McClure spoke to Davis, who said that he has in fact accepted a one-year deal from the Lions. He also said he wishes the Bears "would have stepped up their offer." Interesting.

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Really?

Not the first receiver I’d pursue but if we get him cheap I guess ok.

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by Home in Cleveland, Heart in Detroit on Jul 28, 2011 11:22 AM EDT via mobile reply actions

Not bad if the price is right...

Its always a good thing to bring in a guy with knowledge of the enemies playbook…

by lionstilidie on Jul 28, 2011 11:24 AM EDT reply actions

Seems like were bringing alot of wr in, didn't we sign like 2 or 3 UDFA too?

by -Scott on Jul 28, 2011 11:25 AM EDT reply actions

The camp roster was increased to 90 bodies

So might as well fill up those spots. Don’t want to be short and miss out on a keeper.

by drgarnett on Jul 28, 2011 5:46 PM EDT up reply actions

Yeah, a head scratcher for me too.

Sounds like he is being valued for his special teams skills much more than as a WR.

"Filling a need doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting a good player," said Schwartz. "It doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re getting a player that best fits; it doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re getting a player that’s better than what you have already."

by NorthLeft12 on Jul 28, 2011 11:27 AM EDT reply actions

N.L.

I said it late last night, I’ll say it again……Props to you for months a go called out Durant as a possible FA pick up for the Lions.

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by delusional on Jul 28, 2011 11:44 AM EDT up reply actions

Thanks del.

I think I have thrown so many names out there that a couple had to pan out.

The guys on the Jaguar site see Shack Harris’ hand in the signing of Durant. He did draft him for the Jags way back in the day. Was one of his better picks according to them.
I don’t really see it that way. I just see a guy who fits for us and is not expensive.

by NorthLeft12 on Jul 28, 2011 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions

Yup, this FO really fits those pieces of the puzzle in tightly together..

He was still a name out of the blue. It was a good call, and a good fit.

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by delusional on Jul 28, 2011 12:23 PM EDT up reply actions

I wouldnt take this too seriously.

One guy says he’s agreed to terms, the next guy says he has not agreed to a deal.

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by BIGWalt2990 on Jul 28, 2011 11:27 AM EDT reply actions

Story updated

Davis confirmed the deal. Sounds like he wants to stick it to the Bears after they didn’t give him a better offer.

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by Sean Yuille on Jul 28, 2011 11:37 AM EDT reply actions

Same thing sounds like its about to happen with Kreutz

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/07/28/49ers-trying-to-take-olin-kreutz-from-bears/

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by Nate D. on Jul 28, 2011 1:21 PM EDT up reply actions

Bye Bye D Will

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by delusional on Jul 28, 2011 11:43 AM EDT reply actions

Derrick William is def on his way out.

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by Twincities88 on Jul 28, 2011 12:38 PM EDT up reply actions

I can only hope....he's been a complete waste of a roster spot.

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by delusional on Jul 28, 2011 12:42 PM EDT up reply actions

Any free agency scores/rankings on this guy?

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by Twincities88 on Jul 28, 2011 11:48 AM EDT reply actions

Even if he just plays special teams, we need a guy like him

We had a lot of problems covering punts last year

by WestsideLionsFan on Jul 28, 2011 11:52 AM EDT reply actions

Thats 2 players that chose Detroit over Chicago

With Durant being the other. Amazing when you think that the Bears have way more to spend but aren’t ponying up the dough to get their guys. I also think players can see the improvement the Lions have made and want to be a part of it.

Such an exciting year for the Detroit Lions! Can’t wait till Sep. 11!

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by DLions4Eva on Jul 28, 2011 11:52 AM EDT via mobile reply actions

+1

by Gail Cogdill #89 on Jul 28, 2011 11:58 AM EDT up reply actions

basic story on davis:

Small but versatile and hard working. Wouldnt be surprised if he made the team but my bet is.he gets cut in the final rounds. Should’ve gone after devin aromashodu.

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by Latif Masud on Jul 28, 2011 11:53 AM EDT via mobile reply actions

From the Bears site

They seem to have given him the nickname dropapotamus. But, they are upset because he was a good special teams player.

If you are pondering, "What am I supposed to do" think the EXACT OPPOSITE thing as Matt Millen is thinking.

by LionsGuy4Ever on Jul 28, 2011 11:55 AM EDT reply actions

hahaha dropapotamus…. sounds like Bryant Johnson all over again. we do seem to have a ton of WR all of the sudden. I’m still holding out hope that last year’s Mr Irellevant Tim Toone steps up and becomes a freak!

by Anthonious on Jul 28, 2011 11:58 AM EDT up reply actions