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.
Za'Darius Smith already sacked Jayden Daniels once this season, but the Lions DE knows he has his work cut out for him in Saturday's playoff game.
Detroit Lions outside linebacker Za'Darius Smith's 17-yard sack vs. Darnold showcases exactly why the Lions traded for him.
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.
By Kris Harrell Saturday game determines Super Bowl LIX teams Greenville native Za’Darius Smith is set to play in a divisional round of the NFL playoffs as his team, the Detroit Lions go up against the Washington Commanders,
The Detroit Lions picked up Al-Quadin Muhammad as a depth pass rushing option and he has "grown" in his role as injuries have piled up.
Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels is a star in the making, but the Detroit Lions won't squander the best homefield advantage in football.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel warned Detroit Lions football fans about losing money to online ticket scams.
With the Detroit Lions on a bye this weekend and awaiting who their divisional round opponent we'll be, we're taking a look at an early four-round 2025 NFL mock draft for Detroit.
The Detroit Lions need to at least add some more depth to their edge rush group in 2025 after the team was plagued by injuries in that area in 2024. One NFL analyst thinks they should target a $40 million former Pro Bowler who is coming off an injury-riddled season.
The Lions' defense was able to recover and make adjustments after that early drive. On this play, the crush the pocket strategy that Glenn emphasizes is on full display. The key to keeping a mobile quarterback in the pocket is to avoid leaks in the rush plan, and Detroit does a good job here.
The Detroit Lions are expecting to get back key reinforcements ahead of their NFL Divisional Round matchup against Jayden Daniels and his Washington Commanders.