Geno Smith Injury and Reaction
Geno Smith faced criticism following a controversial hit during the Las Vegas Raiders' game against the Denver Broncos on Thursday. The Raiders quarterback, who endured up to five sacks in the first half, went down awkwardly after a tackle by Nik Bonitto, injuring his leg during what seemed like a routine scramble.
Injury Assessment and Return
Smith spent time in the medical tent before testing his knee on the sideline with light jogging while trainers assessed him. Despite the injury, he returned to the game in an effort to finish playing while Las Vegas was trailing by three points.
Team and Social Media Reaction
After Smith's injury, Bonitto's reaction was limited to observing the situation. With Smith sidelined, Kenny Pickett became the quarterback, remaining the only fully healthy QB on the Raiders' roster, as Cam Miller is on the practice squad and Aidan O’Connell is on injured reserve.
Smith also faced backlash on social media. One user wrote,
“Take Geno Smith out of the game, please.”Another pointed out that he has thrown the most interceptions this season, totaling 12.
Season Overview
The Raiders had high hopes for Smith’s veteran leadership this offseason, expecting him to bring stability to the offense. However, halfway through the season, with the team holding a 2-6 record entering the Broncos game, Smith has struggled with consistency.
Author’s summary: Geno Smith's injury and inconsistent performance have fueled criticism amid the Raiders' disappointing 2-6 start, raising questions about the team's quarterback situation.