Za’Darius Smith has been rumored to be part of a trade from the Browns to the Lions for some time. Recent developments suggest this move is close to happening.
BMike Florio of Pro Football Talk reports that an agreement between the two teams could be finalized tonight or tomorrow. Currently, Smith is playing in Cleveland’s Week 9 game against the Chargers. If he finishes the game without injury, focus will likely shift to finalizing the trade.
Smith addressed the possibility of joining the Lions last month, expressing his willingness to make the move to Detroit. If this trade goes through, the three-time Pro Bowler would return to the NFC North.
Having played for both the Packers and Vikings, Smith would face two of his former teams in the latter part of the 2024 season if he joins the Lions.
