First Team-All MEAC, 2025 East West Shrine Bowl participant Background: A four-year starter for SC State, Smith has been a ...

In 2024, Smith delivered his most productive season yet. Over 10 games, he recorded 95 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, 0.5 sacks, one interception, two pass breakups, and one forced fumble.

Edge rusher Za'Darius Smith was released by the Detroit Lions, while running back Aaron Jones re-signed with the Minnesota Vikings.