Lito Sheppard was released by the New York Jets earlier this off-season after only one season with gang green. Conflicting reports have now surfaced about one potential landing spot for the two-time pro bowler. According to Pro Football Talk, Sheppard will be visiting with the Detroit Lions on Wednesday and Thursday. Meanwhile Tom Kowalski, a Lions reporter for Mlive.com, claims the Lions have no interest in Sheppard:
Lions May Or May Not Have Interest In Lito Sheppard
Contrary to a report that indicated the Detroit Lions were interested in bringing in veteran free agent cornerback Lito Sheppard for an interview, it’s not going to happen.
According to a league source, the Lions will not pursue Sheppard.
Unfortunately, we won’t know who is correct until Sheppard arrives in Detroit, or signs a contract elsewhere.
Sheppard was a first round draft pick of the Philadelphia Eagles in 2002, and earned first team all-pro honors in 2004. He was traded to New York after his starting spot in Philadelphia was taken by Asante Samuel. He became expendable in New York when the Jets traded for Antonio Cromartie.
UPDATE: ESPN’s Adam Schefter now reports via twitter that Sheppard will in fact be visiting the Lions.
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