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Seahawks reportedly look to re-sign QB Geno Smith as Russell Wilson's backup

Originally posted on Pro Football Rumors | By Rory Parks | Last updated 9/1/19

After waiving quarterback Paxton Lynch and releasing QB Geno Smith over the past couple of days, the Seahawks do not presently have any quarterbacks on their roster behind starter Russell Wilson.

It had been reported that the Seahawks could look to re-sign Smith, and Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times says that is Seattle’s plan (Twitter link).

And as veteran NFL reporter Howard Balzer tweets, now that the Seahawks have traded two players in exchange for defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, the team has an open roster spot it can use on Smith. The Clowney trade wasn’t finalized prior to Saturday’s cut-down deadline, so Seattle was compelled to release Smith to the open market.

As a vested veteran, Smith is a free agent and can sign with any team he chooses. But he would be a backup wherever he signs, and being Wilson’s clipboard holder isn’t a bad gig.

Smith, 28, served as the QB2 for the Chargers last year and for the Giants in 2017, and at this point, the former Jets starter and second-round pick looks destined for a career as a journeyman backup.

This article first appeared on Pro Football Rumors and was syndicated with permission.

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