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Za’Darius Smith Signs with NFC East Team After Lions Pass on Reunion
Za'Darius Smith joins the Eagles on a one-year deal worth up to $9 million to address edge rusher losses and improve a front seven that recorded no sacks in the season opener.
- The Philadelphia Eagles signed veteran edge rusher Za'Darius Smith to a one-year deal on September 5, 2025, after opening their season with a 24-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys.
- The signing followed Detroit Lions releasing Smith in March and deciding not to re-sign him despite ongoing interest and his familiarity with their defense.
- Smith, a 33-year-old three-time Pro Bowler with 69 career sacks, spent last season with the Browns and Lions, during which he totaled nine sacks along with 17 quarterback hits.
- The deal reportedly offers Smith up to $9 million and was confirmed on social media by Smith, as the Eagles address losses from retirements and injuries in their pass rush.
- This signing strengthens Philadelphia's defense and finalizes Smith's exit from Detroit, which faces challenges maintaining edge rusher depth behind starters Hutchinson and Davenport.
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The Detroit Lions were at least considering a reunion with defensive end Za’Darius Smith as recently as last month, but that opportunity is now gone.Smith inked a deal to join the Philadelphia Eagles one day after Philly won the opening game of the NFL season over the visiting Dallas Cowboys. BREAKING: The #Eagles are signing 3x Pro Bowl OLB Za'Darius Smith to a 1-year deal with upside to $9M, per multiple sources. Philly adds to its pass-rush w…
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