Geno Smith is thrilled to join the Las Vegas Raiders after being traded from the Seattle Seahawks. The deal was finalized on Friday, with the Raiders sending a third-round draft pick to Seattle, which will be the 92nd overall selection in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft.
Smith took to social media to share his excitement, saying, “God is the GREATEST!! Excited to get to work and WIN. The time is NOW.” This move marks a new chapter for Smith, who has been a starting quarterback for the Seahawks for the past three seasons and has played in the NFL for nearly 13 years.
The Raiders are looking to strengthen their quarterback position, especially after a disappointing 4-13 season last year. The team has made significant changes, including hiring Pete Carroll, who coached Smith during his time in Seattle. Following the trade, discussions about a long-term contract extension for Smith have already begun.
In his last season with the Seahawks, Smith had impressive stats, throwing for 4,320 yards, completing 70.4% of his passes, and recording 21 touchdowns against 15 interceptions. This performance came after he earned the starting role over Drew Lock, who joined the Seahawks as part of the trade that sent Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos.
The Raiders’ decision to bring in Smith reflects their need for a seasoned leader at quarterback. Since reaching the Super Bowl in 2002, the franchise has struggled, with only two seasons of winning records and just two playoff appearances. The team hopes that Smith’s experience and skills will help turn things around as they look to improve in the upcoming season.