Za'Darius Smith sets 100-sack target with Falcons

He enters 2026 at 70.5, leaving 29.5 to go.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 261 min read

Za'Darius Smith said he's hoping to get 100 sacks. #Falcons Via @marcraimondi on X

What happened: The veteran returned from retirement this offseason and signed a one-year deal with Atlanta.

Why it matters: Reaching the milestone would require 29.5 more sacks, making it a multi-season pursuit. His return gives Atlanta an experienced pass rusher for the upcoming season.

By the numbers: Smith has 70.5 sacks, 87 tackles for loss and 10 forced fumbles across 11 NFL seasons.

What to watch: Atlanta's final depth chart will offer the next indication of Smith's role in the pass-rush rotation.

Sources

@marcraimondi 2026-08-26T23:51:37.964339+00:00

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