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The Detroit Lions signed linebacker Julian Stanford to the team’s practice squad on Tuesday. Stanford went through a formal visit with Detroit before signing.
Stanford, 32, might be a familiar name for longtime Lions fans. He was with the Lions back in the 2013 and 2014 seasons. He played almost exclusively on special teams.
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The journeyman was last with the Baltimore Ravens earlier this season, appearing in one game. He’s also had stops with Carolina, the Jets, Bills and Jaguars.