Raiders QB Geno Smith has struggled thus far with nine interceptions. Regarding whether Las Vegas is concerned about Smith’s start to the season, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler classifies things as “mildly concerned” and the team understands Smith must “play better — and soon.” However, Fowler adds that people within the organization don’t think Smith is a “broken quarterback” and he … [Read more...] about Raiders ‘Mildly Concerned’ About Geno Smith?
Raiders Haven’t Had Serious Discussions About Benching QB Geno Smith
According to NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero, the Raiders have had no serious discussions about benching QB Geno Smith. Pelissero adds Raiders HC Pete Carroll defended Smith this week, saying the team needs to play better around him, including leaning more on the running game. Las Vegas traded for QB Kenny Pickett to serve as the backup coming out of the preseason and would be the … [Read more...] about Raiders Haven’t Had Serious Discussions About Benching QB Geno Smith
AFC Notes: Brock Bowers, Isiah Pacheco, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders
Chargers Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh thinks new OLB Odafe Oweh can play in Week 6: “He’s a lot like Khalil Mack. Direct rusher, but has speed, has depth, has ability to set the edge. Been a very good, productive young player, in the prime of his career.” (Kris Rhim) Harbaugh was asked what to expect out of RBs Hassan Haskins and Kimani Vidal: “They both played well in the game, … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Brock Bowers, Isiah Pacheco, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders
AFC Notes: Pete Carroll, Sean Payton, Andy Reid, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders
Broncos Broncos HC Sean Payton didn’t minimize the importance of losing G Ben Powers for an extended period of time. “With a starting player, there’s always a — it’s never any good, but the next guy’s up and we’ll get ready to play him,’‘ Payton said, via ESPN. Broncos OL Matt Peart figures to start in Powers’ absence, but Payton was non-committal when asked who would fill the … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Pete Carroll, Sean Payton, Andy Reid, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders
AFC Notes: Chip Kelly, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders
Broncos Broncos QB Bo Nix is being careful to not lose focus against the 0-5 Jets. “I think in the league, quite honestly, it’s a little disrespectful to consider anybody a trap team,” Nix said, via PFT. “They’re an NFL team, and they’re going to have some really good players on their defense, and it’s not really a trap game. I think any game you can walk in and slip up and … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Chip Kelly, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders