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Discussion: What would a Za’Darius Smith contract with the Lions look like?

This week, free agent pass rusher Za’Darius Smith made it clear he would love to play for the Detroit Lions again in 2025.

“We both know where I want to be,” Smith told USA TODAY. “Hopefully I can get back to Detroit because the coaching staff and everybody in the front office are great. When I’m there I feel like a leader and like I can influence the young guys and do great things. Hopefully I can get back to where I want to be in Detroit.”

We also know that the Detroit Lions are open to Smith returning, despite the fact that the released him back in March.