Allen Park -- Needing running back depth, the Detroit Lions are bringing back a familiar face, signing Joique Bell on Tuesday. To clear the roster spot, the Lions placed defensive end Armonty Bryant on injured reserve.
Bell, a Benton Harbor native and Wayne State alum, spent parts of five seasons with the Lions before he was released in February. He appeared in 60 games for the team, rushing for 2,235 yards and adding another 1,640 yards on 160 receptions.
Bell had a brief stint with the Chicago Bears this season. He comes back to the Lions, who are dealing with a banged-up backfield.