Former Green Bay Packers edge rusher Za'Darius Smith is headed back to the NFC North. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Cleveland Browns are trading Smith to the Detroit Lions for a fifth-round pick in the 2025 draft and a late pick swap in the 2026 draft.

In a key move to bolster their defensive line, the Detroit Lions have acquired the experienced Za'Darius Smith from the Cleveland Browns, looking to capitalize on his impact in the NFL.

In a move that could make Detroit the favorites in the NFC and show that Andrew Berry is waiving the white flag, the Lions have acquired pass rusher Za'Darius Smith from the Cleveland Browns for late-round draft picks.