Report: Gore, Lions close to reaching deal
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It appears the NFL's fifth all-time leading rusher has found a new home.
Free-agent running back Frank Gore and the Detroit Lions are reportedly close to an agreement, a source told USA Today's Mike Jones.
The five-time Pro Bowler rushed for 961 yards and three touchdowns for the Colts last season. He spent three years with the team after spending ten seasons with the 49ers.
Detroit had the league's worst rushing offense in 2017 and could continue looking for upgrades in the backfield. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that running back LeGarrette Blount will visit the team Friday.
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