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Detroit Lions claim Jerel Worthy off waivers, cut Jerrell Harris

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  • Michael Rothstein, ESPN Staff Writer Close
    • Previously covered University of Michigan for ESPN.com and AnnArbor.com
    • Also covered Notre Dame for Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
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ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- The Detroit Lions are bringing a former local college star back to Michigan.

The franchise claimed defensive tackle and former Michigan State star Jerel Worthy off waivers Tuesday afternoon, adding a young, veteran presence to a defensive tackle group still fairly light on experience.