Detroit Lions release Za'Darius Smith, what is next for the team?
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The Lions release of Za'Darius Smith sucks, but it was a necessary move
Detroit Lions release veteran edge rusher Za'Darius Smith: Report
Report: Za'Darius Smith Cut by Lions to Save Salary Cap Before Bonus After 2024 Trade
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Lions predicted to add $19 million Pro Bowler as Za'Darius Smith replacement
The Detroit Lions now have an even bigger need along the edge after the team parted ways with Za'Darius Smith over the weekend. To fix their issue, one NFL analyst has the team signing a $19 million edge rusher who was a Pro Bowler last season.
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Proposed Lions blockbuster trade replaces Za'Darius Smith with projected $59 million All-Pro
Hendrickson is coming off a career year in 2024, as the four-time Pro Bowler led the league in sacks with 17.5 and also tallied 83 quarterback pressures. The former Florida Atlantic standout was one of the lone bright spots on an awful Bengals' defense and was also a first-team All-Pro selection.