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.

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.