CBS Sports: Detroit Lions re-signed former controversial star player ahead of their TNF matchup against the Packers.

Maurice Alexander, a wide receiver, has been added to the Detroit Lions’ practice squad in advance of their Thursday Night Football game against the Green Bay Packers in Week 14. Brad Galli was the first to relay this information, confirming that Alexander was at practice on Tuesday.

After starting punt returner Kalif Raymond was injured, Alexander was first added to the Lions’ roster for the Thanksgiving Day game against the Chicago Bears. The Lions have already made the decision to bring Alexander back for their next game against the Packers, which is another crucial divisional clash. As they continue to deal with the difficulties of their injury-plagued season, the move gives the team’s wide receiver corps and special teams unit more depth.