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Lions UDFA is starting to make Za'Darius Smith look like an unnecessary signing

While the Detroit Lions' second and thir string defense hasn't looked totally dominant this preseason, there have been a few shining moments from three potential additions to the 53-man roster ahead of the 2025 season kicking off.

Cornerback Rock Ya-Sin, linebacker Grant Stuard, and rookie UDFA Nate Lynn have all taken their opportunities to step up in the preseason very seriously. Stuard has been a tackling machine, Ya-Sin has proven to be a perfect backup to D.J. Reed, and Lynn has been a leader in the pass rush for the Lions as a second year free agent looking to find a permanent home.