Za'Darius Smith might not like the Green Bay Packers, but he's just boosted their NFC chances considerably.
Smith turned his NFL career into a Packers revenge tour after a messy breakup in Titletown three years ago. He spent time with the rival Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions before joining the Philadelphia Eagles this summer.
But after an effective five-game stint in Philly, Smith has surprisingly called it a career. The Pro Bowl pass-rusher dropped a retirement announcement out of nowhere, and his departure could create a seismic shift in the NFC.
Za'Darius Smith's shock retirement leaves Eagles reeling and opens door for Packers
The Packers got back on track with victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, but the Eagles are reeling after a surprising loss to the New York Giants on Thursday Night Football.