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Detroit Lions sign DE Robert Ayers

He’s no Khalil Mack, but the Detroit Lions are making a move to upgrade their pass rush. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Lions are signing former Buccaneers edge rusher Robert Ayers to a one-year deal:

Lions signed former Buccaneers’, Giants’ and Broncos’ defensive Robert Ayers to a one-year deal, per source. More pass-rush help and versatility for the Lions.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 27, 2018

(Update: This is now confirmed by the team)

Last year, Ayers (32 years old) started 10 games for the Buccaneers, picking up 31 tackles and 2.