Barring major change, Raiders made costly mistake at quarterback with Geno Smith

The Raiders' disappointing season start can largely be traced to the performance of quarterback Geno Smith, the player coach Pete Carroll and new general manager John Spytek chose to lead their first year together.

During the early stretch of the season, Las Vegas struggled to a 2-5 record, suffering from one of the league’s worst point differentials, being outscored by an average of 11 points per game. The 35-year-old veteran’s frustration became evident as the setbacks accumulated.

“It starts with me,” Smith said of sparking the offense. “It starts with me getting the ball out of my hands and playing efficiently, playing the right way.”

Before the team’s Week 8 bye, Smith often expressed frustration, citing bad luck for his league-leading 10 interceptions and pointing to the team’s youth as a reason for their offensive struggles. However, after the break, he appeared more composed and optimistic, returning to practice with a renewed mindset.

At his first press conference in ten days at the Raiders’ Henderson facility, the 13-year NFL veteran reaffirmed his commitment to turning the team into a contender.

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Geno Smith’s improved attitude after a difficult start signals a renewed effort to stabilize the Raiders’ struggling offense, but questions about his leadership and efficiency persist.

Las Vegas Sun — 2025-11-02

Barring major change, Raiders made costly mistake at quarterback with Geno Smith

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