Geno Smith Faces Criticism After Raiders' Loss to Jaguars
The Las Vegas Raiders suffered another defeat despite Geno Smith throwing four touchdowns. In Week 9, the Raiders appeared poised to improve their season against the injury-plagued Jacksonville Jaguars. However, true to form, the Raiders ultimately lost the game.
Smith, who has struggled throughout the season, showed signs of improvement by throwing four touchdowns and helping push the game into overtime. Yet, at a critical moment, he faltered.
The Raiders attempted a two-point conversion in overtime to secure the win. Although Smith had several open receivers in the end zone, he threw directly into the hands of a Jaguars defender, resulting in the pass being batted down and ending the game with the Raiders’ sixth loss.
Fan Reactions
“Jakobi wide open middle of the field in front of him.. Geno throws to the corner,”
“GENO SMITH YOU SUCK,”
“Threw it right at the only guy who jumped in the air. What is actually wrong with Geno Smith,”
The fans have expressed strong frustration with Smith’s performance, particularly with his costly mistake at the game’s climax.
Outlook for the Raiders
Though underwhelming, the team’s record could have been 5-3 if Smith had delivered more consistent performances.
Summary: Geno Smith showed potential with four touchdowns but ultimately lost the game for the Raiders, prompting strong backlash from fans upset over his critical mistake in overtime.