Lions notes: Theo Riddick could play bigger rushing role in 2016

Lions offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter sees an even bigger season for the Detroit running back.

By Jeremy Reisman@DetroitOnLion Jun 12, 2016, 9:00am EDT

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One of the more interesting things to come out of Jim Bob Cooter's media session on Thursday was his comments about Theo Riddick. Cooter believes Riddick will play a bigger part in the running game this season, saying, "I think Theo can be a really successful runner."
Pro Football Focus believes Riddck is one of four backup running backs who could be a starter on your fantasy lineup.
SideLion Report writer Larry Brown Jr. believes TJ Jones' humility and talent give him a leg up on the Detroit Lions' No. 3 wide receiver position.
Breshad Perriman, son of former Lion great Brett Perriman, has had terrible luck in the NFL:

Ravens WR Breshad Perriman suffered a partially torn ACL in his left knee, per @jamisonhensley and me. Needs second opinion for surgery.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 11, 2016
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Bengals running back Giovani Bernard got a new contract. ESPN's Michael Rothstein examined how that may affect Riddick's value, as he becomes a free agent after the 2016 season.

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