Did Za’Darius Smith Trade Give The Detroit Lions A Boost At Pass Rusher While Benefiting the Cleveland Browns’ Future?
The Detroit Lions have been on a mission this season, and with the trade deadline upon us, they made a bold move to bolster their defense. The Lions struck a deal with the Cleveland Browns, acquiring pass rusher Za’Darius Smith along with a 2026 seventh-round pick in exchange for a 2025 fifth-rounder.