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 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.

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.

ALLEN PARK, Mich. – How tough is it to sack Jayden Daniels? Za’Darius Smith knows. The veteran defensive end, acquired by the Detroit Lions in a midseason trade, has already been down that ...

The Detroit Lions are making some difficult decisions regarding which players to keep now that their offseason has started.

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.

Here are five burning questions for the Detroit Lions, led by Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell, to tackle during the 2025 offseason.