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Geno Smith Traded to Las Vegas Raiders from Seattle Seahawks for 2025 Draft Pick

The Las Vegas Raiders acquire quarterback Geno Smith from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a third-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, reuniting him with coach Pete Carroll.

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    But unless Seattle can somehow create an optimal setup for Darnold or a Day 2 quarterback, it seems like this team is bound to take a step back as it embraces this new offensive chapter.

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  3. Raiders Reportedly Land QB Geno Smith From Seahawks in Massive Trade

    This deal is certainly a surprise as Smith had been the starter for Seattle over the past few years.

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  4. Raiders land Geno Smith in blockbuster trade with Seahawks: reports

    The Seahawks, a team that released veteran receiver Tyler Lockett and has DK Metcalf requesting a trade, appear to be tearing things down by letting their franchise quarterback walk.

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The Seattle Seahawks traded quarterback Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders for a third-round draft pick in 2025. This trade reunites Smith with former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll and allows Seattle to save $17.5 million in cap space. The Raiders, who have struggled at quarterback in recent seasons, see Smith as a solution, marking their first Pro Bowl signal-caller since Derek Carr. Meanwhile, Seattle may seek a new quarterback as they navigate changes to their roster.

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  • The Las Vegas Raiders traded for Geno Smith from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a third-round draft pick in 2025, indicating their need for a stable quarterback after past challenges with various starters.

  • Smith, who had a personal revival under coach Pete Carroll in Seattle, is seen as a key addition to the Raiders, who have not had a Pro Bowl quarterback since Derek Carr.

  • The Seahawks' decision to trade Smith suggests a significant roster rebuild as they also navigate the situation with other players, like DK Metcalf.

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