Raiders Receive Candid Advice on Geno Smith Ahead of Cowboys Game
Former linebacker Kirk Morrison gave a straightforward message to the Las Vegas Raiders regarding their quarterback Geno Smith before their matchup with the Dallas Cowboys.
Quarterback Situation and Recent Injury
The Raiders have a mini bye week before their Week 11 game against Dallas, which comes at a convenient time given their quarterback challenges. Geno Smith suffered a quad injury in the second half of the 10-7 loss to the Denver Broncos on November 6. This led to Kenny Pickett briefly entering the game. Although Smith remained on the field, he was clearly not at full capacity.
Coach Carroll later confirmed that Smith likely has a quad contusion but is expected to play, especially since the team has additional recovery time before facing the Cowboys.
Smith's Performance This Season
This season has been challenging for Smith, who recently threw his 12th interception, the highest in the NFL.
Kirk Morrison’s Opinion on the Quarterback Situation
“Geno Smith was hampered, and to not go to at least Kenny Pickett at some point—I at least thought Kenny Pickett should have an opportunity to try to use his legs a little bit, get out there on the perimeter,” Morrison said during an appearance on “Raiders Postgame Live.”
“I don’t think bringing back [Aidan O’Connell] right away, coming off of a mini bye. [Smith] came in and [he] started the season; you extended him. You kind of have to go down with him."
Morrison advocates for sticking with Smith despite injuries and struggles, emphasizing commitment to the starting quarterback.
Author’s summary: Kirk Morrison urges the Raiders to maintain faith in an injured Geno Smith, acknowledging his struggles but endorsing continuity as they prepare for the Cowboys game.