Za’Darius Smith returns to the NFL after retiring while on the Eagles last year
Bleeding Green Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- Za’Darius Smith is making an unexpected return to the NFL by signing a one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons.
- Smith, who retired after five games with the Philadelphia Eagles last season, was initially placed on the reserve/retired list before being released from that status earlier this year.
- The Falcons, needing additional edge rushers due to James Pearce Jr.'s suspension, reunite Smith with former Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski.
- Although the Eagles and Falcons do not face each other in the regular season, a potential playoff matchup remains possible.
