Reports: Lions add edge rusher Za’Darius Smith in trade with Browns

In addition to Smith, the Lions are receiving a seventh-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Browns, in turn, are acquiring a fifth-round selection in the 2025 NFL Draft and a sixth-round pick in 2026.The NFL trade deadline is Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET.A winner of six consecutive games, NFC North-leading Detroit (7-1) is looking to bolster its pass rush to make up for losing defensive end Aidan Hutchinson to a broken tibia and fibula in his left leg last month. Hutchinson was leading the NFL with 7.5 sacks at the time of his injury.Smith, 32, has recorded five sacks to go along with 23 tackles in nine games (all starts) this season.

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