ALLEN PARK, Mich. >> The Detroit Lions have released running back Reggie Bush.

After joining the team as an unrestricted free agent from Miami in 2013, Bush played started 23 of 25 games and had 299 carries for 1,303 yards and six touchdowns. He also had 94 catches for 759 yards and three touchdowns.

Last season, Bush finished with 76 carries for 297 yards and two touchdowns, and 40 catches for 253 yards. His 40 receptions ranked third on the team.

Bush was the No. 2 overall selection by the New Orleans Saints in the 2006 draft. Bush played five seasons with the Saints (2006-10) before spending two seasons with the Dolphins.

In nine NFL seasons, Bush has started 94 of 116 games and has 1,266 carries for 5,465 yards and 35 touchdowns.