A judge says former Lions receiver Charles Rogers must repay $6.1 million to the team.
Rogers was suspended for substance abuse in 2005 and was released by the Lions the next year.
Detroit has been trying to recoup two-thirds of his $9.1 million signing bonus.
U.S. District Judge Julian Abele Cook said Monday the money must be repaid.
Judge: Rogers Owes $6.1M To Lions