The Detroit Lions quickly moved on from Za’Darius Smith. And it was perhaps in the harshest way possible. In a recent interview, head coach Dan Campbell said, “ We’re ready to go,” when asked if they had plans to bring the edge rusher back. The comment quickly raised eyebrows and disappointed many fans who were hoping to see Smith in a Lions jersey. The comment also prompted a response from someone really close to the player.

Spenny from Woodward Sports Network argues that signing Smith would clearly improve the Lions’ Super Bowl chances. He’s a proven high-impact player who wants to be in Detroit. A one-year deal under $10 million would be low-risk for a team in a championship window.

He went on to call out the franchise and coach, saying, “ If you don’t want the Lions to go

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