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Detroit Lions' Darren Fells asks for release after getting benched vs. Philadelphia Eagles

Darren Fells tumbled out of the playing rotation in recent weeks. Now, the veteran tight end is looking for a new home.

Fells asked the Detroit Lions for his release Monday, and the team plans to grant his request by placing him on waivers.

Because it is after the trade deadline, all NFL players are subject to waivers when cut.

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In his second stint with the Lions, Fells caught four passes for 43 yards while playing primarily as the No.