Assuming the Detroit Lions actually bring back Za'Darius Smith, the team needs to bring in more depth along the edge and a long-term running mate for Aidan Hutchinson. CBS Sports' Chris Trapasso has the Lions doing just that in his latest mock draft.

A $23 million veteran made it clear how he feels about potentially staying with the Detroit Lions for the 2025 NFL season.

Pass rusher Za’Darius Smith lobbies to return to Detroit in 2025, but he will need a new contract to make that happen

Detroit Lions edge rusher Za'Darius Smith is under contract with the team in 2025 after being acquired via trade with the Cleveland Browns in 2024. The Lions have an out to cut Smith, but it remains to be seen if they'll take it.

Lions have to address Za'Darius Smith's contract structure before the new league year starts Along with that $6.99 million option bonus, Smith also has a $2 million bonus due to him on the third ...

Other cut candidates include the following: Kalif Raymond has become a fan favorite in Detroit as is customary with the undersized, fairly successful kick returner. However, Raymond’s overall productivity could be cheaply replaced if the team felt like clearing a small amount of cap space in 2025.

Detroit Lions defensive end Za'Darius Smith is hoping for an opportunity to return next season. After the Lions fell short of their 2024 season goals, the former Cleveland Browns defender took to social media to express his gratitude.

Za'Darius Smith isn't technically a free agent, but for all intents and purposes, the Lions defensive end is hitting the market. Acquired in a midseason trade with the Cleveland Browns to help ...

After the frustration of not reaching the coveted Super Bowl, one of the latest additions to the Detroit Lions roster, Za'Darius Smith, took to social media to express his hopes for the upcoming NFL season.

Heading into the 2024 season, a jump was expected from second-year linebacker Jack Campbell. The Iowa product, who Detroit drafted in the first round of the 2024 Draft, delivered as he became an integral part of the team’s defense.

The new league year is close, so there will be plenty of NFL free agents for the Browns to target. Let’s talk about some:

The Detroit Lions' 2024 season was a success, and it's time to evaluate with final position grades. Today, we're concluding with the defense.