The Detroit Lions are bringing in a new complementary back to play alongside D'Andre Swift, agreeing to terms with running back Jamaal Williams.
Williams, who will turn 26 on April 3, confirmed the agreement in a tweet Tuesday night. He is likely to replace free agent Adrian Peterson, who had been Detroit's No. 2 back next to Swift last season. Detroit also has its former starting running back, Kerryon Johnson, on the roster, but Johnson had been primarily used as a third-down and pass-protection back last season.
Lions head coach Dan Campbell said earlier this month if the team signed a running back in free agency it would be "somebody that can complement Swift, somebody that helps push him.