A $23 million veteran made it clear how he feels about potentially staying with the Detroit Lions for the 2025 NFL season.

Pass rusher Za’Darius Smith lobbies to return to Detroit in 2025, but he will need a new contract to make that happen

Detroit Lions defensive end Za'Darius Smith is hoping for an opportunity to return next season. After the Lions fell short of their 2024 season goals, the former Cleveland Browns defender took to social media to express his gratitude.

After the frustration of not reaching the coveted Super Bowl, one of the latest additions to the Detroit Lions roster, Za'Darius Smith, took to social media to express his hopes for the upcoming NFL season.

Smith has twice been to the NFC Championship game, and his hope is that a third trip would be the charm in his quest for a Super Bowl ring. Smith spoke to Lions OnSI Wednesday to preview the playoffs, discuss defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn's impact and much more.

Za'Darius Smith already sacked Jayden Daniels once this season, but the Lions DE knows he has his work cut out for him in Saturday's playoff game.

The Detroit Lions own 6 picks in the 2025 NFL draft to be held in Green Bay on April 24-26. Here's a look at their selections.

Detroit Lions now have 7 picks in the 2025 NFL draft after adding a 3rd-round selection due to Aaron Glenn being hired as New York Jets head coach.

Detroit Lions edge rusher Za'Darius Smith is under contract with the team in 2025 after being acquired via trade with the Cleveland Browns in 2024. The Lions have an out to cut Smith, but it remains to be seen if they'll take it.

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes had to deal with injuries that decimated the roster and likely cost the team a chance to make a Super Bowl.

This offseason, the 2022 Draft class becomes extension eligible. This group includes Aidan Hutchinson, Jameson Williams, Josh Paschal, Kerby Joseph and Malcolm Rodriguez. James Mitchell, a 2022 fifth-round pick, is eligible for a reserve/futures deal after spending the year on the team's practice squad.

Terrell Williams spent six seasons working with new Patriots coach Mike Vrabel before coming to Detroit last winter.