Geno Smith: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 10

Why the Raiders' decision on QB Geno Smith feels imminent

The Las Vegas Raiders are likely to use the No. 1 overall pick on a quarterback in the NFL Draft this offseason.

John Harbaugh is already the favorite for one HC job

John Harbaugh reportedly has massive demands for accepting next head-coaching job

Jason Kelce blasts Eagles for not featuring potential game-changer more on offense

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

The 'QBs from the 2013 NFL season' quiz

NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / January 6

Tom Brady wanted Geno Smith on Raiders over Seahawks QB Sam Darnold

On March 13, 2025, the Seattle Seahawks traded quarterback Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders, reuniting him with former Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 6

How Raiders Could Still Get Some Value From Geno Smith

The Las Vegas Raiders are embarking on a new era... again. Last offseason, they brought in Tom Brady, Pete Carroll, and Chip Kelly to cultivate a new winning identity and culture for this franchise.

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The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Currently, 38 active NFL players have had multiple seasons with 1,000 or more receiving yards. How many can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 4

Will Pete Carroll become fall-guy for Mark Davis' ineptitude?

Pete Carroll could be latest fall-guy for Mark Davis' ineptitude with Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders could be on the verge of firing yet another head coach when this mess of a season ends Sunday afternoon.

Report reveals Raiders' updated stance on Maxx Crosby trade

Raiders are dysfunctional mess as minority owner Tom Brady works for Fox

Steelers losing Arthur Smith could be blessing in disguise following report

Dolphins' decision on Mike McDaniel may also impact GM search

Rams coach 'connected' to Steelers as possible Mike Tomlin replacement

Have Browns made decision on coach Kevin Stefanski's future?

NFL News / Yardbarker

The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / January 2

Raiders Announce Geno Smith News Before Chiefs Game

Geno Smith is dealing with an ankle injury ahead of the Las Vegas Raiders’ season finale against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. The Raiders are in possession of the worst record in the entire NFL at 2-14, and they will have an opportunity to end their campaign on a high note against a Chiefs side that has lost five in a row.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 1

The Reality of the Raiders' Quarterback Situation

The Las Vegas Raiders have started seven different quarterbacks over the past three seasons. That is a recipe for disaster, but also confirms how much Las Vegas has struggled to win games during that time frame, and beyond.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 1

What Week 18 Has at Stake for the Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders' 2025 season comes down to one last contest against a divisional opponent, the Kansas City Chiefs. This game holds a lot of implications for the Raiders' future, both good and bad.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 31

Final Verdict on Raiders' QB Debacle is In

Nothing has worked out for the Las Vegas Raiders this season. The Raiders were supposed to be a team that had something to show for all the moves they made coming into this season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / December 29

Raiders players lash out against tanking talk after Maxx Crosby decision, loss to Giants

Outsiders predictably said that the Las Vegas Raiders were "tanking" the remainder of the season in an attempt to claim the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft when they shut Crosby down against his wishes last week due to a knee injury.

NFL Week 17 winners, losers: Raiders end up winning with Week 17 loss

Raiders HC Pete Carroll addresses talk of him being on hot seat

Could Raiders' Maxx Crosby request a trade after controversial decision?

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 28

Raiders Score Biggest Win in Years Despite Another Embarrassing Loss

The Raiders now have full control of the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft heading into the final week of the regular season. The Las Vegas Raiders were back on the field at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday, looking to stop their losing streak.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / December 28

Raiders Announce Geno Smith News After Leaving Giants Game

Geno Smith and the Las Vegas Raiders were looking to secure their first win in 10 games on Sunday against the New York Giants. Similarly, the Giants also entered this Week 18 matchup on the heels of nine straight losses.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / December 28

Five worst Week 17 NFL performances: Panthers, Bucs have major concerns heading into massive finale showdown

Let's take a closer look at where things went most wrong for them and three other teams in Sunday's worst performances.

Panthers blow opportunity to clinch NFC South with loss to Seahawks

Panthers bizarrely go into the victory formation while losing

Saints QB Tyler Shough strengthens OROY bid vs. Titans

Cam Ward's performance shows what he must do to reach high ceiling

Philip Rivers reflects on an unexpected coda to his 18-year career

NFL News / The Raider Ramble / December 30

An open letter to Mark Davis on the state of the Las Vegas Raiders

I have been a die-hard member of Raider Nation since 1998. We even crossed paths at Rickey’s when Jon Gruden returned in 2018. For decades, I watched this organization struggle until I eventually entered sports journalism myself, hoping to understand why the “Commitment to Excellence” has fallen so far short.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / December 27

Is Raiders QB Geno Smith worth a late-round pick?

The 2025 Las Vegas Raiders season has been a masterclass in dysfunction. As far as Geno Smith is concerned, he’s become the face of that failure—fair or not.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / December 27

Raiders news and notes: Maxx Crosby walks out, Giants tanking, sit Geno Smith?

Let’s get you caught up on all of the latest musings surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders and Maxx Crosby—also, should Cam Miller start at quarterback the rest of the way?

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 27

Raiders' Geno Smith's Weighs In on Interactions Between Players, Fans

The Las Vegas Raiders' connection with their fans is one of a kind. However, in today's day and age, players and fans are increasingly in contact with each other before, during, and after games, leading to unprecedented access between the two and a few interesting occurrences around the league.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25

Raiders’ 3-round mock draft adds franchise QB after nightmarish season

The Las Vegas Raiders will soon put a cap on a lost season. One that blew up despite the enthusiasm of Pete Carroll coming on board, plus Geno Smith landing via trade.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / December 21

Any chance that the Raiders run it back with Geno Smith next season?

Despite what’s taken place for the Las Vegas Raiders, is there a case to be made for quarterback Geno Smith to get a second year with the Silver and Black?

Las Vegas Raiders News / Field Level Media / December 19

Raiders QB Geno Smith back as starter vs. Texans

Quarterback Geno Smith will return to the starting lineup for the Las Vegas Raiders after a one-game absence, coach Pete Carroll said Friday. Smith missed last Sunday's 31-0 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles due to shoulder and back injuries.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / December 20

Las Vegas Raiders' Geno Smith expected to start for rest of season, Kenny Pickett heads back to the bench

A shoulder injury held Raiders quarterback Geno Smith out in Week 15, but he’s making a quick return. Head coach Pete Carroll announced that Smith will start against the Texans on Sunday (via Levi Edwards of Raiders.com).

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 18

Raiders Likely To Move On From Geno Smith After The Season?

Per Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Raiders QB Geno Smith is “likely approaching his final three games” with the team to end the season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / December 17