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Raiders' Geno Smith Receives Big Update About NFL Future

Raiders' Geno Smith Receives Big Update About NFL Future

Summary

The Las Vegas Raiders have had a tough season, with a 2-10 record. There is speculation about whether quarterback Geno Smith will remain with the team next year. Some reports suggest he might stay to help develop a new, younger quarterback.

Key Facts

  • The Raiders hired Pete Carroll as head coach and brought in Geno Smith, his former quarterback from Seattle.
  • The team currently has a 2-10 record this season.
  • Geno Smith, who is 35, has not performed as well as in past seasons; he leads the league in interceptions.
  • Sports insiders speculate Smith will stay with the Raiders to guide a new quarterback.
  • Keeping Smith involves an $18 million cash hit, not just a salary cap issue.
  • Smith showed frustration by making a negative gesture towards fans during a game but later apologized.

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