5 Things We Learned From Lions GM Brad Holmes’ Press Conference Before Week 1

Lions GM Brad Holmes not ruling out re-signing Za'Darius Smith after March release: 'Anything's a possibility'

Holmes left the door open for a possible reunion with Smith

5 things we learned from Lions GM Brad Holmes’ press conference before Week 1

Holmes loves the flexibility that comes with the initial 50-man roster. He also dished on his take on those mid-round developmental picks and what he's learned.

'Anything is possible,' but Lions not waiting on Za'Darius Smith to fill open roster spot

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes said the open spot on his team's 53-man roster is not being held open specifically for Za'Darius Smith.

Brad Holmes Sets the Record Straight on Detroit Lions Roster Speculation

The Detroit Lions still have one roster spot open, and naturally, the speculation has been swirling. Is it being held for a reunion with veteran pass rusher Za’Darius Smith? While the buzz has grown louder in recent days, Lions general manager Brad Holmes addressed the situation directly and made it clear that, while anything can happen, the spot isn’t being reserved for anyone in particular. Holmes Leaves Door Open — But Adds Context “You guys …

Lions GM Brad Holmes: No recent talks with Za’Darius Smith

The Detroit Lions still have a spot remaining on their 53-man roster, and with the team initially going light at the defensive end position, many understandably wondered if that spot was being held for veteran defensive end Za’Darius Smith. Both Smith and the Lions have previously shown interest in a reunion after the Lions acquired for Smith at last year’s trade deadline, but released him this offseason in a cap-savings move. However, during hi…

Lions Have Not Had Recent Talks With Free Agent DE Za'Darius Smith

Per Colton Pouncy of The Athletic, Lions GM Brad Holmes said they have not had contract talks with free agent DE Za’Darius Smith recently. Smith has openly said he wants to return to the Lions, but was due $10 million, which Detroit needed to address other roster positions.  Smith, 32, is a former fourth-round pick of the Ravens back in 2015. He played out the final year of his four-year rookie contract before agreeing to a four-year, $66 millio…