Za'Darius Smith has not been shy about his desire to keep playing for the Detroit Lions in 2025.
The former pass rusher, who the team traded for in the middle of their 2024 season from the Cleveland Browns, told reporters during the BET Awards that he wants to "get back to Detroit" this offseason on a new deal.
“We both know where I want to be. 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.