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Lions add RJ Archer to compete with Kellen Moore
Posted: 06.22.2012 at 12:16 AM
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      ALLEN PARK, Mich. - The Detroit Lions have signed quarterback R.J. Archer and released wide receiver Troy Burrell.
 
      The move that creates competition for Kellen Moore was announced Thursday.
 
      Archer was cut as a rookie free agent by the Minnesota Vikings two years ago. He plays for the Georgia Force in the Arena Football League.
 
      The former William and Mary standout will likely get a chance to compete with Moore - an undrafted rookie from Boise State - to be the team's third-string quarterback behind Matthew Stafford and Shaun Hill when training camp begins next month.
 
      Burrell is an undrafted rookie from Wayne State. He is a native of Port Huron.
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