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Discussion: Which Lion benefits the most from the Za’Darius Smith trade?

The Detroit Lions waited until the 11th hour, but after weeks of dialogue with the Cleveland Browns they pulled the trigger on a trade for EDGE Za’Darius Smith. It’s a huge get for the Lions defense, providing some much-needed help in pass rush following the loss of Aidan Hutchinson. The whole team gets better from this acquisition, but who benefits the most?

Question of the day: Which Detroit Lion benefits the most from the Za’Darius Smith trade?

My answer: Hear me out here—it’s Aidan Hutchinson.

There are plenty of beneficiaries in the short term.