Getting Za’Darius Smith on track wasn’t easy for Lions

Za'Darius Smith's superpower stunned Detroit Lions DC Aaron Glenn: ‘Whoa'
Detroit Lions DC Aaron Glenn said Za'Darius Smith will play an expanded role vs. Indianapolis Colts in his second game as a Lion on Sunday.
How Za'Darius Smith performed in his Detroit Lions debut vs. Jaguars
New Detroit Lions defensive end Za'Darius Smith played more than 75% of snaps in his debut and recorded a half-sack in blowout win over Jaguars.
Getting Za’Darius Smith on track wasn’t easy for the Lions, but it worked
Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Lions defensive line coach Terrell Williams explained what it took to get the three-time Pro Bowler up to speed.
Dan Campbell Assesses Za'Darius Smith's Lions Debut
Nov 17, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions defensive end Za'Darius Smith (99) waves at fans as he exits the field after 52-6 win over Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. Mandatory Credit: Junfu Han/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images / Junfu Han/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images
Aaron Glenn excited to get Za’Darius Smith more work this week
Lions edge rusher Za'Darius Smith played 37 of the team's 48 defensive snaps in last Sunday's win over the Jaguars, but that's not enough for defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn.
Dan Campbell: Za'Darius Smith 'fits right in with us' after first Lions outing
The Detroit Lions added pass rusher Za'Darius Smith at the trade deadline. In his first game in the Motor City, Smith led the Lions with four QB pressures.
Lions News: Dan Campbell makes something clear regarding Za'Darius Smith's debut
Za'Darius Smith arrival has added a boost of quality to the talented Detroit Lions roster. After the DE's debut, Dan Campbell made his feelings on the matter clear. The Detroit Lions have gone from being a promise to becoming a reality this season in the NFL.
Lions Had Classy Reason for Not Playing Za’Darius Smith in First Game After Trade
Speaking to the SNF crew after the Lions' epic comeback over the Texans, Smith revealed head coach Dan Campbell was not only insistent that he take the week off because he hadn't had a bye yet, but gave him two days to go to Florida to check on his house that had been hit by a hurricane.
Browns' Myles Garrett reveals Za'Darius Smith's reaction to Lions trade
After the Cleveland Browns sent Za'Darius Smith to the Lion, Myles Garrett had some words about his former teammate and those replacing him.
'Piece of the puzzle': Dan Campbell assesses Za'Darius Smith in his first game with Lions
Lions pass rusher Za'Darius Smith chipped in half a sack against the Jaguars. Here's what Dan Campbell thought of his performance.
Notebook: Lions Increasing Workload of Za'Darius Smith
The Detroit Lions allotted 37 snaps for newcomer Za'Darius Smith in his first game with the team against Jacksonville. Heading into Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts, more work could be in store for the veteran pass rusher.
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