Detroit Lions, Za'Darius Smith

Lions Had Classy Reason for Not Playing Za’Darius Smith in First Game After Trade
Speaking to the SNF crew after the Lions' epic comeback over the Texans, Smith revealed head coach Dan Campbell was not only insistent that he take the week off because he hadn't had a bye yet, but gave him two days to go to Florida to check on his house that had been hit by a hurricane.
Lions Za'Darius Smith decision could help them land future free agents
The Detroit Lions were once a last-stop team where careers came to die unceremoniously. That is no longer the case.
Za'Darius Smith Trade to Detroit Lions Explained
Speculation is swirling around the Detroit Lions' potential trade for Cleveland Browns defensive end Za’Darius Smith, a move that could reshape the team's defensive lineup. With Detroit in need of a strong pass rusher following Aidan Hutchinson's injury,
New Detroit Lions DE Za'Darius Smith has 'chance to go do something great' after trade
Za'Darius Smith practiced for the first time with the Detroit Lions on Friday after taking 2 days off following his trade from the Cleveland Browns.
Detroit Lions vs. Texans inactives: Za'Darius Smith debut will have to wait
The Houston Texans will be without leading receiver Nico Collins (32 catches, 567 yards) for the fifth straight game with a hamstring injury.
Lions' Za'Darius Smith: Practices in full Wednesday
Practices in full Wednesday
Detroit Lions’ classy gesture catches eye of former player
Last week, the Detroit Lions traded for defensive end Za’Darius Smith, hoping to bolster their pass rush and run defense after suffering many injuries at the edge defender position. While fans were eager to see Smith play in a big “Sunday Night Football” contest with the Houston Texans,
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.
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?
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel9d
Detroit Lions acquire Za'Darius Smith: What to know about defensive end acquisition
The anticipation is over. The Detroit Lions have made a trade to bolster their defensive line. On Monday morning, the ...
The Cincinnati Enquirer9d
Za'Darius Smith trade grades: Who won deal between Lions, Browns?
Dan Campbell doesn't have to answer for the Detroit Lions' trade deadline plans anymore. Hours ahead of the NFL's ...
What they’re saying about Za’Darius Smith trade for the Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions found their edge rusher to fill the Aidan Hutchinson void by acquiring Za’Darius Smith from the ...
Latest on Lions trade talks: Detroit called on Maxx Crosby; Za'Darius Smith deal coming?
Detroit Lions have cast a wide net searching for pass rush help, including calling Las Vegas Raiders about star DE Maxx ...
Detroit Lions Expected To Trade For Za’Darius Smith, Reports NBC’s Pro Football Talk
The Detroit Lions have been in the NFL rumor mill of late. Mike Florio of PFT reports the franchise is looking to add a ...
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel8d
Za’Darius Smith isn't Maxx Crosby, but Lions' Brad Holmes knew he had to make a trade
A DIFFERENT TAKE:Detroit Lions' Brad Holmes should win Exec of Year again after landing Za'Darius Smith Holmes knew he ...