When the Lions' new defensive lineman Za'Darius Smith makes his debut in Detroit's Week 10 game at Houston on Sunday night, the veteran will wear his familiar jersey number. blacksmith, purchased in a trade on Tuesday from the Cleveland Browns, is listed as No. 99 on the Lions' official roster.
This number was not immediately available when Smith joined the team. Defensive tackle Brodric Martin wore number 99, although Martin has not yet played in 2024. Martin, who wore number 98 as a rookie in 2023, is now listed as number 96. Injured DT Kyle Peko is out. He previously wore the 96 jersey this season.
No word on whether Smith gave up anything to acquire the 99 jersey from Martin. The new No. 96 is in the second week of training after being scheduled to return from IR
