It only took one game for the Philadelphia Eagles to address their pass rush, as the front office acted quickly to sign former Detroit Lions veteran Za'Darius Smith. Smith and the Lions discussed a reunion several times, but money was a clear obstacle between the two after Detroit released him in March to save cap space.

The Eagles have agreed to terms with linebacker Za’Darius Smith, according to NFL Media. It’s a one-year deal. The Browns traded Smith to the Lions during the 2024 season. In the offseason, the Lions terminated the balance of Smith’s contract. There had been periodic suggestions that a reunion was in the offing.