Lions, Za'Darius Smith

Reacts Survey: What are your expectations for Za’Darius Smith’s Lions debut?
Checking in with Detroit Lions fans for our latest SB Nation Reacts survey: What are your expectations for Za’Darius Smith’s Lions debut?
Burning Question: What Is Expectation for Debut of Za'Darius Smith?
After sitting out last week, defensive end Za'Darius Smith will join the fold in Detroit's return to Ford Field after two consecutive road games. With the veteran's team debut on the horizon, coach Dan Campbell explained what he's looking for in the 32-year-old.
NFL News: Lions Prioritize Player Well-Being by Sitting Za'Darius Smith in Week 10
In an impressive Week 10 win over the Houston Texans, the Detroit Lions continued their playoff push with a team-first mentality. Despite a tough game from QB Jared Goff, who threw five interceptions,
NFL rumors: Lions' Za'Darius Smith trade with Browns is imminent
“The Lions and Browns have discussed a potential trade for defensive end Za’Darius Smith. At this point, the expectation is that it’ll be more than talk. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the current expectation is that Smith will be traded to Detroit tonight or tomorrow.” – Mike Florio, ProFootballTalk
Za'Darius Smith: I Hate That Dan Campbell Gave Week Off
Za'Darius Smith was not active in his first game as a member of the Detroit Lions organization, a Sunday night showdown against Houston. However, he could be seen and heard on the team's sideline.
Lions make first big move of NFL trade deadline day by acquiring Za’Darius Smith from Browns
The Lions are doing what they can to fill that Aidan Hutchinson-sized hole in their defense for their Super Bowl push.
Newly acquired Za’Darius Smith will report to Lions on Friday
The Detroit Lions didn’t acquire Za’Darius Smith to win just any game. They got him to win a Super Bowl. That’s why, in an unusual move, they welcomed their
Lions' Za'Darius Smith: Practices in full Wednesday
Practices in full Wednesday
Is Za'Darius Smith playing this week? Here's what Lions coach Dan Campbell said
The Detroit Lions opted to sit veteran edge rusher Za'Darius Smith last week, even though he was ready to play. Head coach Dan Campbell explained the thought process behind that and revealed that Smith will make his debut in Week 11.
Lions acquire Za’Darius Smith from Browns for draft picks
The Detroit Lions are bolstering their pass rush by acquiring one of the top targets available at the trade deadline. Detroit completed a trade with the Cleveland Browns to get Za’Darius Smith and a seventh-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft in exchange for a fifth-round pick in 2025 and a sixth-round pick in 2026.
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Za'Darius Smith trade winners, losers: Lions land Aidan Hutchinson replacement
The 2024 NFL trade deadline will pass at 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Nov. 5, but the Detroit Lions didn't waste any time in ...
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Za'Darius Smith trade grades: Who won deal between Lions, Browns?
Hours ahead of the NFL's cutoff for moves on Tuesday, the Lions agreed to acquire defensive end Za'Darius Smith from ...
Za'Darius Smith explains his cryptic tweet on NFL trade deadline day
Whether the cryptic tweet helped grease the skids for the trade, we may never know. But the deal was done less than 90 ...
NFL rumors: Lions linked to Za'Darius Smith head of 2024 NFL trade deadline
The NFL Trade Deadline is Tuesday, November 5. After playing collegiately at East Mississippi Community College as well as ...
'Happy to be here': Za'Darius Smith joins Lions after winding trade process
Za'Darius Smith first heard about the Lions' interest in him shortly after Aidan Hutchinson's injury. Finally in Detroit, ...