Report: Theo Riddick to sign with Broncos

Free-agent running back Theo Riddick will sign with the Denver Broncos later this week, a source told 9 News' Mike Klis.

Riddick was released by the Detroit Lions on Saturday after six seasons with the franchise.

Several teams, including the New Orleans Saints, expressed interest in the pass-catching running back before he ultimately decided to join Denver, Klis added.

Riddick will join a Broncos backfield that features sophomores Phillip Lindsay and Royce Freeman. Meanwhile, 2016 fourth-round pick Devontae Booker's roster spot could be in danger.

The 28-year-old Riddick rushed for 171 yards on 40 carries with the Lions in 2018, adding 61 catches for 384 yards.

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