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5 teams that could sign Doug Martin if he is cut

By Brad Berreman

Nov 3, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin (22) prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 3, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin (22) prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 18, 2016; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions running back Ameer Abdullah (21) runs the ball during the first quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
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1. Detroit Lions

Speaking of anemic rushing attacks, the Lions were 30th in the NFL this season (81.9 yards per game). Being tied for league-low in attempts (350; 21.9 per game) was a factor, but Detroit also averaged just 3.7 yards per carry (27th in the league).

A foot injury limited Ameer Abdullah to just two games this year, and the remaining options did not pick up the slack. Theo Riddick has a clear prominent place in the offense as purely a pass catcher, and Zach Zenner emerged when pressed into action late in the season. But the Lions’ running back situation is fairly uninspiring looking toward next season, and an addition should be on the radar.

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A healthy and properly motivated Martin could still be a productive piece in a good offense, and the Lions could definitely look to supplement their running back depth chart this offseason. There is a fit for both sides here, and Martin may ultimately find his best opportunity in the Motor City.

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