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Detroit Free Press on MSN · 2d

Detroit Lions 'couldn't afford' to keep Za'Darius Smith, open to a return

The Detroit Lions' decision to cut Za'Darius Smith this offseason came down to one thing – money. Lions general manager Brad Holmes said the Lions simply could not afford to keep Smith and the $11 million he was due to paid in 2025 in base salary and bonuses.

Lions Wire on MSN · 3d

Brad Holmes: Lions 'couldn't afford' to keep Za'Darius Smith due to upcoming contracts

The Lions traded a 5th-round pick in 2025 and 6th-round pick in 2026 to acquire Smith and a 2026 7th-round pick in November following the season-ending injury to Aidan Hutchinson. Smith had big shoes to fill but ultimately came up short as the rest of the defense's injuries were too much to overcome in the postseason.

Sports Illustrated on MSN · 3d

Lions Could Not Afford Za'Darius Smith, Still in Contact With Agent

The Detroit Lions and general manager Brad Holmes have not closed the door completely on a potential reunion with defensive end Za'Darius Smith. After acquiring Smith at the trade deadline last season with two years remaining on his contract,

5don MSN

Lions Could Have Plan to Bring Back Pro Bowl Defensive End

The Detroit Lions could have a plan to bring back Pro Bowl defensive end Za'Darius Smith in free agency, an insider suggests.

Sporting News on MSN1d

Za'Darius Smith projected to sign with AFC Super Bowl contender in free agency

After being released from the Detroit Lions earlier this offseason, veteran edge rusher Za'Darius Smith is projected to land ...

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