The Facts: The Lions re-signed Cason today and are expected to step up their efforts to sign another veteran back, possibly Julius Jones.
Diehards Line:With T.J. Duckett going to Seattle, the only healthy backs the Lions have on the roster are Cason and Brian Calhoun. Kevin Jones claims his rehab from last December's reconstructive knee surgery is on track, but team officials will need a contingency in place. ... According to MLive.com beat man Tom Kowalski, the Lions are expected to target a running back in the draft regardless of who they sign in free agency.