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Geno Smith Says He’s Excited to Play for Jets Again — and He’s Serious

Geno Smith Says He’s Excited to Play for Jets Again — and He’s Serious

Summary

Geno Smith has signed with the New York Jets as their starting quarterback for the 2026 season. Smith, who previously played for the team, expressed excitement about returning and building connections with his teammates and the community. After a challenging season with the Las Vegas Raiders, Smith looks forward to a new chapter with the Jets.

Key Facts

  • Geno Smith is returning to the New York Jets as their starting quarterback.
  • Smith initially played for the Jets before moving to other teams.
  • Last season, he played for the Las Vegas Raiders, where he was benched and the team had a poor record.
  • Seattle Seahawks, a team Smith moved on from, won the Super Bowl with Sam Darnold as their quarterback.
  • Smith is excited to rejoin the Jets and reconnect with the team and community.
  • The Jets have not reached the NFL postseason in 15 years.

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