The Facts:
The Detroit Lions signed former San Francisco kicker Akers to replace Jason Hanson, who recently announced his retirement, according to sources. Terms of Akers' deal are currently unknown.
Reported by MLive.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Akers recently visited Detroit, but left without a contract. He visit was designed to be a meet-and-greet to familiarize himself with Detroit's coaching staff. After Hanson made his announcement yesterday, Detroit did not waste any time and locked up Akers.
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