@SleeperBot: The Detroit Lions have acquired EDGE rusher Za'Darius Smith from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a 2025 5th round pick and a 2026 6th round pick. This trade aims to bolster the Lions' defensive line following Aidan Hutchinson's season-ending injury, which significantly impacted the team's pass-rushing capabilities. Smith, with his experience and formidable track record, arrives with the hope of enhancing Detroit's prospects for the season.

SleeperBot • 14 hours ago

Branch logged two tackles (one solo) during Detroit's win over the Packers on Sunday.

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SleeperBot • 14 hours ago

Brian Branch - Ejected versus Green Bay

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SleeperBot • 22 hours ago

Lions Acquire Za'Darius Smith From Browns

SleeperBot • 22 hours ago

Detroit Lions thrive with Jared Goff's historic form, aim for 49ers redemption, and lead in scoring despite injuries

SleeperBot • yesterday

The Lions acquired Smith and a 2026 seventh-round draft pick from the Browns on Tuesday in exchange for 2025 fifth-round draft pick and a 2026 sixth-round draft pick, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

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SleeperBot • yesterday

Za'Darius Smith - Dealt to Detroit

SleeperBot • yesterday

Zylstra reverted to Detroit's practice squad Monday.

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SleeperBot • yesterday

Shane Zylstra - Reverts to practice squad

Detroit Lions trade for Za'Darius Smith to strengthen defense after Aidan Hutchinson injury