Za'Darius Smith landing spots: 5 teams that should pursue 3x Pro Bowler after Lions release

Modified Mar 10, 2025 10:56 GMT

Detroit Lions v San Francisco 49ers - Source: Getty — Which teams should want Za'Darius Smith? - Source: Getty

2) Washington Commanders

Philadelphia Eagles v Washington Commanders - Source: Getty

The Washington Commanders are carrying over a plethora of top-tier defenders from their 2024 resurrection into 2025. Among them is Frankie Luvu, whose All-Pro year was highlighted by a career-best eight sacks.

But after failing to land Myles Garrett, they need to pair him with a true-blue pass-rusher - which Za'Darius Smith is.

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Andre Castillo is an NFL journalist at Sportskeeda who holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and Master’s degree in Journalism. He has over seven years of working experience and has also covered MMA with FanSided, wrestling with The Sportster, and automobiles with Hot Cars.

Andre follows the New York Jets and the Washington Commanders, mostly because he likes their colors. His favorite position is tight end, and players like Mark Andrews and Travis Kelce have always drawn Andre's attention when watching a game. Bill Belichick is his favorite coach, and his all-time favorite Super Bowl is the XLII edition, when the underdog New York Giants upset the then-undefeated New England Patriots.

If he can change one moment in NFL history, it will be from the NFC Championship Game in January 2019. In that game, a highly controversial no-call cost the Saints what would have been Drew Brees' second Super Bowl visit, where he would have faced Tom Brady and the Patriots.

Andre is always on the lookout for fresh perspectives in a story and ensures complete factual accuracy by double-checking all information before using it in his articles. He has an innate understanding of how to present information in an efficient and compelling way.

Outside the writing realm, Andre is a professional licensed teacher. His hobbies include watching UFC, MotoGP, playing the piano, and travelling.

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