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.

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.

Smith has twice been to the NFC Championship game, and his hope is that a third trip would be the charm in his quest for a Super Bowl ring. Smith spoke to Lions OnSI Wednesday to preview the playoffs, discuss defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn's impact and much more.

Former Green Bay Packers edge-rusher Za'Darius Smith has a custom-made ring for... losing a playoff game with the Detroit Lions?

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 fill some serious injury-related holes on Detroit's depth chart,

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.

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

Many of the Lions' top free agents on defense are coming off season-ending injuries, including Carlton Davis and Derrick Barnes.

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

Detroit Lions edge Za'Darius Smith compared trying to tackle Jayden Daniels to a "chicken in a chicken coop". On Saturday night, the Detroit Lions will face a new challenge as they start their playoff run. They'll have to slow down standout rookie Jayden Daniels for the first time.

Detroit Lions now have 7 picks in the 2025 NFL draft after adding a 3rd-round selection due to Aaron Glenn being hired as New York Jets head coach.