The Lions re-signed Skipper to a one-year contract Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
A fan favorite in Detroit, Skipper appeared in all 17 regular-season games for the Lions last season and made five starts. He should again fill his sixth offensive lineman role as the Lions' top backup behind starting tackles Taylor Decker and Penei Sewell.
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Lions' Dan Skipper: Signed to active roster
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Detroit signed Skipper (hamstring) to its active roster Saturday.
Skipper suffered a hamstring injury in Detroit's Week 3 win over the Falcons. He has been sidelined since but now appears ready to provide depth along the offensive line in Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers.
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Lions' Dan Skipper: Exits with injury
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Skipper has started the second half on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Skipper entered the game at right tackle for Matt Nelson, who left with an ankle injury. With both now sidelined, Colby Sorsdal has taken over at the position.
