Quote:Any news on Akiem Hicks? I think he's a sleeper FA like Marks a few years ago..

 

  I haven't heard anything lately.  But prior to the Lions re-signing DT Tyrunn Walker the other day,  I thought he was a strong candidate to be signed by the Lions.   The team's new G.M. Bob Quinn,  who was the head of the Patriots Pro Personnel Department last season,  was the person who recommended to Bill Belichick for the Patriots to trade for Hicks from the Saints.   Even if the Lions don't end up re-signing Haloti Ngata,  it's now less likely than not that Hicks will be heavily pursued by the team.   One thing Hicks doesn't lack is talent.  

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