Geno Smith Injury Update
Geno Smith faced criticism even after returning from a questionable hit during the Las Vegas Raiders' game against the Denver Broncos on Thursday. The Raiders quarterback endured as many as five sacks in the first half. He went down awkwardly following a tackle by Nik Bonitto, which appeared to injure his leg during what at first seemed like a routine scramble.
Immediate Reaction and Medical Evaluation
Smith spent time in the blue medical tent, then tested his knee on the sideline by jogging lightly as trainers assessed his condition. Despite the injury, he returned to the field to try and finish the game while the Raiders trailed by three points.
Nik Bonitto looked on after Smith’s injury.
Quarterback Changes and Roster Status
With Smith sidelined, Kenny Pickett took over as quarterback. Pickett is currently the only fully healthy quarterback on the Raiders' roster, as Cam Miller remains on the practice squad and Aidan O’Connell is on injured reserve.
Social Media Reactions
- “Take Geno Smith out of the game, please,” one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
- Another highlighted that Smith has thrown the most interceptions this season, totaling 12.
Team Context
The Raiders took a chance on Smith this offseason, hoping his experience would bring stability to their offense. However, midway through the season, Smith has struggled to deliver consistent performances. Before the Broncos game, the Raiders held a 2-6 record.
“The Las Vegas Raiders rolled the dice on Geno Smith this offseason, hoping his veteran presence would stabilize the offense.”
Author’s summary: Geno Smith’s injury and ongoing struggles add pressure on the Raiders’ offense, highlighting their challenging season and limited quarterback options.