Getting Za’Darius Smith on track wasn’t easy for Lions

Getting Za’Darius Smith on track wasn’t easy for the Lions, but it worked
Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Lions defensive line coach Terrell Williams explained what it took to get the three-time Pro Bowler up to speed.
Aaron Glenn excited to get Za’Darius Smith more work this week
Lions edge rusher Za'Darius Smith played 37 of the team's 48 defensive snaps in last Sunday's win over the Jaguars, but that's not enough for defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn.
Dan Campbell: Za'Darius Smith 'fits right in with us' after first Lions outing
The Detroit Lions added pass rusher Za'Darius Smith at the trade deadline. In his first game in the Motor City, Smith led the Lions with four QB pressures.
Za'Darius Smith's superpower stunned Detroit Lions DC Aaron Glenn: ‘Whoa'
Detroit Lions DC Aaron Glenn said Za'Darius Smith will play an expanded role vs. Indianapolis Colts in his second game as a Lion on Sunday.
Dan Campbell: Za’Darius Smith did some good things in his debut
The Lions traded for Za'Darius Smith earlier this month in order to bolster a defensive line that's missing Aidan Hutchinson and they got their first look at him in action in Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Dan Campbell Assesses Za'Darius Smith's Lions Debut
The Lions’ prized trade deadline acquisition, Za'Darius Smith, made his highly-anticipated Detroit debut Sunday against the Jaguars. And, he didn't disappoint. Smith, who was acquired by the Lions for his ability to get after the quarterback from the edge,
'Piece of the puzzle': Dan Campbell assesses Za'Darius Smith in his first game with Lions
Lions pass rusher Za'Darius Smith chipped in half a sack against the Jaguars. Here's what Dan Campbell thought of his performance.
Lions new DE Za'Darius Smith honors Detroit sports history with Rasheed Wallace jersey
New Lions defensive end Za'Darius Smith showed off his knowledge of Detroit sports history with a Rasheed Wallace Pistons jersey pregame.
Notebook: Lions Increasing Workload of Za'Darius Smith
The Detroit Lions allotted 37 snaps for newcomer Za'Darius Smith in his first game with the team against Jacksonville. Heading into Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts, more work could be in store for the veteran pass rusher.
How Za'Darius Smith performed in his Detroit Lions debut vs. Jaguars
New Detroit Lions defensive end Za'Darius Smith played more than 75% of snaps in his debut and recorded a half-sack in blowout win over Jaguars.
Lions News: Dan Campbell makes something clear regarding Za'Darius Smith's debut
Za'Darius Smith arrival has added a boost of quality to the talented Detroit Lions roster. After the DE's debut, Dan Campbell made his feelings on the matter clear. The Detroit Lions have gone from being a promise to becoming a reality this season in the NFL.
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Detroit Lions vs. Texans inactives: Za'Darius Smith debut will have to wait
HOUSTON — Za'Darius Smith will get his bye week after all. Smith, the Detroit Lions' newly-acquired defensive end, is ...
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Detroit Lions: Dan Campbell 'hopeful' Sam LaPorta can play; Za'Darius Smith debut up next
But yeah, Sewell, he’s a – man, if we had two Sewells. One would be a tight end, just saying.” Veteran pass rusher ...
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Jonnu Smith on Calais Campbell's impact in Miami: 'He's like the LeBron James of the NFL right now'
Dolphins tight end Jonnu Smith believes teammate Calais Campbell, 38, is like "the LeBron James of the NFL right now" ...