ALLEN PARK -- Detroit Lions defensive end Myles Adams will swap his helmet for handshakes on Tuesday, hosting a community meet-and-greet at Fresh Rootz Juice in Rochester Hills.

The event, set for Sept. 23 from 5-6:30 p.m., highlights the veteran lineman’s push to connect with local businesses and plant roots in Detroit beyond the football field.

Since arriving in Detroit last year, Adams has looked for ways to support local initiatives. He was introduced to Fresh Rootz by associates who helped him settle in the area, and he quickly became a fan of their juices.

“I had come in and tried to work with some brands and really some concepts that I enjoyed,” Adams told MLive. “This one specifically is a vegan café, and I particularly use them for their juices. So, I like, for example, beet ju

See Full Page