Geno Smith is heading back to the New York Jets after being traded by the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders will send Smith and a 2026 seventh-round pick to the Jets in exchange for a sixth-round pick. Prior to the trade, Smith restructured his contract, allowing the Jets to absorb a smaller portion, slightly above the veteran minimum. This trade marks a return for Smith, who began his NFL career with the Jets in 2013, but he arrives after a challenging season in Las Vegas.
By the NumbersIn 2025, Geno Smith started 15 games for the Raiders, finishing with a 2-13 record.Smith threw for 3,075 yards, 19 touchdowns, but led the league with 17 interceptions and had four fumbles. State of PlayThe Jets finished the 2025 season with a 3-14 record, leading to the need for a quarterback change.Geno Smith will join a team that previously utilized Justin Fields, who struggled and was benched multiple times last year. What’s Next
Geno Smith will work to establish a stronger rapport with his new teammates and fan base in New York, aiming to revitalize his career. The Jets could look to draft additional offensive talent with the No. 2 overall pick to support Smith’s return.
Bottom Line
This trade represents a chance for Geno Smith to reset his career with a franchise that once believed in him. His success, however, will heavily depend on the Jets’ ability to strengthen their roster around him to avoid repeating past struggles.