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Detroit Lions release Theo Riddick: What it means for rest of running backs

Dave Birkett and Carlos Monarrez break down the sights and sounds from the first day of Detroit Lions training camp on July 25, 2019. Dave Birkett and Carlos Monarrez, Detroit Free Press

The timing was more of a surprise than the move itself, but the Detroit Lions released veteran running back Theo Riddick on Saturday to make room for new defensive tackle Mike Daniels.

Riddick, 28, was one of the most productive third-down backs in the NFL in recent seasons, averaging 62 catches over the last four years.

But he seemed like an odd fit for a Lions offense that added C.