Smith joins a Detroit team in need of an edge rusher. The NFC-leading Lions (7-1) have been hunting for one since losing Aidan Hutchinson to tibia and fibula fractures on Oct. 13 that will sideline him for the rest of the regular season.

The NFL trade deadline hit at 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday with no fresh news involving the Detroit Lions. GM Brad Holmes and the Lions made their move hours earlier on Tuesday morning in acquiring EDGE Za’Darius Smith from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for ...

It’s official, Cleveland Browns pro defensive end, Za’Darius Smith, has been traded to the Detroit Lions. Executive VP and General Manager Brad Holmes is to be congratulated on getting the most bang for his buck and acquiring the best possible trade candidate.