Raiders expected to release Geno Smith after 1 season as starting QB
Published in Football
LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to release quarterback Geno Smith after his one year as the starter resulted in a 3-14 season, according to multiple reports.
With the Raiders poised to select Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft, parting ways with Smith represents a fresh start for both sides. Releasing Smith opens up salary cap space for the Raiders, and barring a trade, the 35-year-old would hit free agency.
“God is the GREATEST,” Smith posted on X minutes after the reports surfaced. “THANK U LORD.”
The Raiders acquired Smith last March from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a third-round draft pick and signed him to a two-year, $75 million contract extension. Smith proceeded to throw for 3,025 yards with 19 touchdowns and 17 interceptions in 15 games.
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