Za'Darius Smith plans to sign with Cleveland Browns after unretirement

Za'Darius Smith, a former star defensive end at Kentucky, is set to return to the NFL after announcing his unretirement. Following a successful career that included three Pro Bowl selections with the Green Bay Packers, Smith retired after the 2025 season. However, after trying out for the Cleveland Browns, he is reportedly ready to sign a deal with the team later this week after passing a physical. Smith initially made an impact in the NFL as a fourth-round pick by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2015 draft, showcasing his abilities with 11 sacks and 14.5 tackles for a loss during his college career.

• 1:02 AMYahoo Sports — Former Kentucky star unretires, set to join NFL team