In a move that could make Detroit the favorites in the NFC, the Lions have acquired pass rusher Za’Darius Smith from the Cleveland Browns for late-round draft picks.
Smith, 32, has played for the Ravens, Packers, and Vikings and previously stated that he’d welcome a trade to Detroit since it would allow him to compete directly with two of his former teams.
Comp update, per source: Za’Darius Smith and a 2026 7th going to Detriot for a 2025 5th and a 2026 6th.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 5, 2024
Smith has five sacks in eight games this season and gives Detroit the perfect replacement for Aidan Hutchinson, who’s out with a fractured fibula.
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