Free agent running back Jamaal Williams has found a new home, one day after the Detroit Lions decided to move on from their leading rusher.
Williams, who set a Lions single-season franchise record with 17 rushing touchdowns last year, reportedly agreed to a three-year, $12 million contract with the New Orleans Saints on Wednesday.
The Lions and former Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery agreed to a three-year, $18 million deal Tuesday.
Montgomery is expected to be introduced at a news conference Thursday, after he officially signs his contract.
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The Lions pivoted to Montgomery after negotiations with Williams fell apart.