Za’Darius Smith won’t play vs. Texans

Za’Darius Smith not expected to play Sunday vs. Texans
Lions fans will have to wait a week to see the debut of new edge rusher Za’Darius Smith. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Smith, who was acquired by the Lions on Tuesday just before the trade deadline, will not play Sunday night against the Houston Texans.
Za'Darius Smith sees why Lions are 'dominant' after first practice with new team; DE hoping to play vs. Vikings
Newly acquired pass rusher Za'Darius Smith practiced for the first time with the Detroit Lions on Friday, and the veteran hopes to make an impact on what he called a "dominant" football team.
NFL News: Lions Prioritize Player Well-Being by Sitting Za'Darius Smith in Week 10
Za'Darius Smith, acquired just before the trade deadline ... Without a break, Smith would have played an 18-game season—something rare in NFL history. Campbell’s decision allowed Smith to recharge and focus on the weeks ahead, demonstrating a long ...
Report: Za'Darius Smith Not Likely to Play Against Texans
The debut of new Detroit Lions defensive end Za'Darius Smith is likely on hold. After joining his new team Friday, the team has reportedly decided not to play
NFL News: Za'Darius Smith makes major admission after being traded to Detroit Lions
One of the NFL's top defensive ends, Za'Darius Smith, arrived to Detroit Lions from the Cleveland Browns on the final day of the trade deadline. One of the NFL‘s breakout teams, the Detroit Lions, made a highly successful move on the final day of the trade deadline by adding one of the league’s top defensive ends,
Lions coach Dan Campbell on Za'Darius Smith 'chomping at the bit to play'
Nolan Bianchi asks Dan Campbell about Za'Darius Smith coaching on the sidelines.
Za'Darius Smith: I Hate That Dan Campbell Gave Week Off
Za'Darius Smith was not active in his first game as a member of the Detroit Lions organization, a Sunday night showdown against Houston. However, he could be seen and heard on the team's sideline.
NFL rumors: Lions' Za'Darius Smith trade with Browns is imminent
“The Lions and Browns have discussed a potential trade for defensive end Za’Darius Smith. At this point, the expectation is that it’ll be more than talk. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the current expectation is that Smith will be traded to Detroit tonight or tomorrow.” – Mike Florio, ProFootballTalk
Za’Darius Smith ‘ready to roll’ for Lions debut vs. Jaguars, says Dan Campbell
On Monday, Lions head coach Dan Campbell discussed the team’s newest defensive end, Za'Darius Smith, and shared when fans can expect to see him take the field.
Detroit Lions vs. Texans inactives: Za'Darius Smith debut will have to wait
The Houston Texans will be without leading receiver Nico Collins (32 catches, 567 yards) for the fifth straight game with a hamstring injury.
Za'Darius Smith explains his cryptic tweet on NFL trade deadline day
Whether the cryptic tweet helped grease the skids for the trade, we may never know. But the deal was done less than 90 ...
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Detroit Lions acquire Za'Darius Smith: What to know about defensive end acquisition
On Monday morning, the Lions acquired edge rusher Za'Darius Smith from the Cleveland Browns ... The Browns are in sell ...
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Reports: Za'Darius Smith is not expected to play Sunday night, Texans expect Tank Dell to play
The Lions traded for edge rusher Za'Darius Smith this week, but it looks like his Detroit debut will have to wait. Ian ...
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Sam LaPorta will be back soon for Lions
LaPorta hasn’t matched his numbers from his historic rookie season, but still plays a valuable role in one of the best ...
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Za’Darius Smith isn't Maxx Crosby, but Lions' Brad Holmes knew he had to make a trade
leads the NFL with 11 sacks and played for Lions coaches in New Orleans. Hendrickson would have certainly cost the Lions a ...
Dan Campbell gives injury update on Lions tight end Sam LaPorta's shoulder
Sam LaPorta turned in his best performance of the season against the Texans on Sunday, but he exited early with a shoulder ...