Lions sign running back Jonathan Williams, add depth in backfield

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Indianapolis Colts' Jonathan Williams (33) runs during the second half against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AJ Mast/AP)

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — 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.

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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