Lions Released Harris
Detroit Lions09/09/2006 10:55 AM The Detroit Free Press reports the Lions released RB Arlen Harris, and Ellis took his roster spot. No explanation was given. The Lions announced the move after Marinelli spoke to the media for the final time before Sunday's game. Harris played for Martz in St. Louis, knows the offense and was expected to play a role. The depth chart lists him as RB Kevin Jones' backup. The Lions cut RB Artose Pinner last Saturday, and Minnesota claimed Pinner off waivers. The Lions might intend to re-sign Harris in the near future, but if so, they risk another team picking him up in the interim. Read more