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Packers OLB Preston Smith could make almost $2 million with 3 sacks in finale

A productive season finale in Detroit would be lucrative for Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Preston Smith.

The restructured contract Smith agreed to in March could pay off in a big way to end the 2021 regular season.

The veteran pass-rusher sits at 9.0 sacks entering Week 18. With one more sack, Smith would get to 10 sacks and earn another $750,000. With three more sacks, Smith would hit 12 sacks and earn both the $750,000 for getting to 10 sacks and another $1.2 million for hitting 12.

Packers coach Matt LaFleur is planning to play starters against the Lions despite his team having the No.