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Giants receiver arrested in Ohio

REYNOLDSBURG

New York Giants backup receiver Roger Lewis Jr. was arrested for operating a vehicle under the influence over the weekend. Reynoldsburg Police say Lewis was arrested at 4:16 a.m. Sunday after his 2012 Audi was stopped for several alleged violations. The police report said Lewis was suspected of using alcohol. The report noted that a small amount of marijuana was found. Giants spokesman Pat Hanlon said the team was aware of the arrest in Ohio, but it had no immediate comment. Besides the criminal charges, Lewis might also face a suspension by the NFL. The 23-year-old Lewis was in New Jersey on Friday for organized team activities. He made the Giants as a free agent out of Bowling Green, catching seven catches for 97 yards and two touchdowns last season.

Ex-Browns QB Davis joins Seahawks

RENTON, WASH.

The Seahawks’ search for some depth at quarterback has led them to journeyman Austin Davis. Seattle released Jake Heaps to make room on the roster for Davis, who was signed Monday after spending time with the Rams, Browns and Broncos. The 28-year-old Davis will be added to the backup competition with Trevone Boykin, last year’s No. 2 behind starter Russell Wilson. Davis is in his sixth NFL season after entering the league as an undrafted free agent out of Southern Mississippi in 2012. Davis has appeared in 13 regular-season games with the Rams and Browns, including 10 starts. He has gone 236-for-378 for 2,548 yards with 13 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. He spent part of last season with Denver.

Lynch signs former Broncos teammate

SANTA CLARA, CALIF.

The San Francisco 49ers have bolstered their pass rush by signing Elvis Dumervil. General manager John Lynch announced the move Monday to bring in his former Denver teammate. He said the team “added another stud to harass QBs.” The 33-year-old Dumervil has 99 career sacks in 10 seasons with the Broncos and Baltimore. He had a career-low three sacks last season for the Ravens when he was limited to eight games because of an Achilles injury. Dumervil was cut in March. The 49ers have been seeking an outside pass rusher this offseason. Dumervil has recorded 17 sacks in both 2009 and ‘14.

Associated Press