Raiders quarterback Geno Smith injured as Las Vegas season hits new low
The Las Vegas Raiders suffered another setback Thursday night, falling 10–7 to the Denver Broncos as quarterback Geno Smith left the game with an injury.
Details of Smith’s injury
Smith finished the night with 143 passing yards and an interception. The injury occurred on the first play of the fourth quarter when he attempted to scramble past linebacker Nik Bonitto.
Bonitto made contact with Smith’s right knee, leading the quarterback to stumble awkwardly before being brought down by Malcolm Roach. Moments later, Smith was helped off the field.
Impact on the offense
Kenny Pickett briefly replaced Smith before he returned to the field, only to be ruled questionable shortly after due to a left quad concern.
The situation worsened as guards Dylan Parham and Jackson Powers-Johnson both exited with ankle injuries.
Coach Pete Carroll reported that Jackson Powers-Johnson will miss extended time on the sidelines.
Another tough loss for Las Vegas
The Raiders’ offense managed just 188 total yards, marking one of its weakest performances of the season. The defeat drops Las Vegas to a 2–7 record, deepening the struggles in what has been a disappointing campaign.
Author’s summary: Geno Smith’s injury and the Raiders’ offensive collapse against Denver highlight a season unraveling into one of Las Vegas’s toughest stretches in recent years.