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Lions are expected to sign Rugby superstar to play running back

The Detroit Lions are adding a running back. Rugby superstar Jarryd Hayne will announce a futures deal with Lions in the coming days, according to a report from the Daily Telegraph in Sydney.

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Hayne was also drawing interest from the Seahawks and 49ers, according to the report, but chose Detroit because of its “proven track record in player development.”

Remember last year the Lions signed another rugby player in Carlin Isles but that didn’t pan out. They also signed The YouTube sensation kicker….

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