Lions Claim Veteran Safety Jalen Mills Off Waivers from Houston Texans

The Detroit Lions announced Wednesday they have claimed veteran safety Jalen Mills off waivers after he was released by the Houston Texans. Mills, 31, appeared in four games for Houston this season, making one start and recording four total tackles across 48 defensive and 31 special teams snaps. To make room on the roster, the Lions waived tight end Hayden Rucci.