QB Geno Smith leaving question of who starts for Seahawks in hands of the coaches
1 year, 1 month ago

QB Geno Smith leaving question of who starts for Seahawks in hands of the coaches

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — Geno Smith is leaving the decision about whether he’ll play Thursday night in the hands of Pete Carroll and the rest of the Seattle Seahawks coaching staff. That’s up to coach,” Smith said on Tuesday, two days before the Seahawks host San Francisco in a key matchup in the NFC West race. Smith left last Sunday’s loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the second half after taking a big hit from Aaron Donald as he released a pass late in the third quarter. But Smith returned for Seattle’s final drive and got the Seahawks into field-goal position, but Jason Myers missed from 55 yards in the closing seconds.

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Seahawks QB Geno Smith exits with knee injury against Green Bay and will undergo testing
1 week ago

Seahawks QB Geno Smith exits with knee injury against Green Bay and will undergo testing

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — An awkward hit ended quarterback Geno Smith’s night and may have done serious damage to the Seahawks’ playoff chances. Smith left Seattle’s 30-13 loss to Green Bay on Sunday night with a right knee injury and was replaced by Sam Howell midway through the third quarter. Seattle coach Mike Macdonald said there did not appear to be any …

Seahawks’ Geno Smith returns to face Jets for the 1st time at MetLife Stadium as an opposing starter
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Seahawks’ Geno Smith returns to face Jets for the 1st time at MetLife Stadium as an opposing starter

Live Mint  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Geno Smith was once considered a major part of the New York Jets' future, a potential franchise quarterback with a big smile and an even bigger arm. “It’s the biggest game of the year because it’s the next game,” insisted Smith, who beat the Jets in 2022 in Seattle. “But obviously because I was drafted there, …

Seahawks’ Geno Smith returns to face Jets for the 1st time at MetLife Stadium as an opposing starter
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Seahawks’ Geno Smith returns to face Jets for the 1st time at MetLife Stadium as an opposing starter

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Geno Smith was once considered a major part of the New York Jets’ future, a potential franchise quarterback with a big smile and an even bigger arm. “It’s the biggest game of the year because it’s the next game,” insisted Smith, who beat the Jets in 2022 in Seattle. “But obviously because I was drafted there, …

Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba becoming key offensive option
1 month ago

Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba becoming key offensive option

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Over his past two games, Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has started to emerge as a key offensive option. It was just a matter of time before he really got his opportunity to shine, and I’m glad he did it in the fashion that he did.” The Seahawks drafted Smith-Njigba 20th overall in 2023 after his standout …

Seahawks have new life after Geno Smith’s possibly season-saving TD run
1 month ago

Seahawks have new life after Geno Smith’s possibly season-saving TD run

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith delivered in one of the season’s biggest moments and boosted Seattle to a much-needed victory over the rival San Francisco 49ers. Smith’s 13-yard touchdown run with 12 seconds left gave Seattle a 20-17 victory on Sunday, its first win over San Francisco since 2021. While it wasn’t Smith’s best statistical performance of the season, …

49ers blow another late lead against a division opponent, losing 20-17 to the Seahawks
1 month ago

49ers blow another late lead against a division opponent, losing 20-17 to the Seahawks

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers looked to be in prime position to close out a divisional game when the defense made back-to-back stops in short yardage to get the ball back with the lead in the final four minutes. Until we stop doing that, then that’s what we are.” The latest loss for San Francisco followed early …

Geno Smith’s late TD run leads the Seahawks past the 49ers 20-17
1 month ago

Geno Smith’s late TD run leads the Seahawks past the 49ers 20-17

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Geno Smith scampered past the tired San Francisco defense for the go-ahead score in the closing seconds and struck the iconic Stephen Curry “night night” pose. Smith capped the 80-yard drive with a 13-yard scramble with 12 seconds remaining, giving the Seahawks their second win in seven games with a 20-17 victory over the 49ers on …

Seahawks Dominate Falcons, Secure Crucial Win
2 months ago

Seahawks Dominate Falcons, Secure Crucial Win

Associated Press  

The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Atlanta Falcons 34-14 in a thrilling game. The Seahawks dominated the defense, forcing three turnovers in the fourth quarter. Despite a late knee injury to DK Metcalf, the Seahawks secured the victory with a last-minute touchdown. The game marked a significant turnaround for the Seahawks, who had struggled with defense in recent performances.

Seahawks fail at first test of the season, but still flash potential despite suffering first loss
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks fail at first test of the season, but still flash potential despite suffering first loss

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — That soft landing Mike Macdonald’s crew received to start his first season in charge of the Seattle Seahawks failed its first test. There’s context that goes with Seattle’s 42-29 loss to Detroit on Monday night considering the Seahawks were missing five key defensive players and lost another starter to injury during the first half. What needs help …

Seahawks defense collapses in record-setting fashion in 42-29 loss
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks defense collapses in record-setting fashion in 42-29 loss

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Seattle Seahawks came into Monday night with one of the best pass defenses in the NFL. “Give Detroit a lot of credit but it just wasn’t a good enough performance on the defensive side of the ball,” Seahawks coach Mike MacDonald said. “There were a lot of things that we’ve been executing at a high level defensively …

Geno Smith is knocking on the door of stardom. Now he must deliver in the spotlight
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Geno Smith is knocking on the door of stardom. Now he must deliver in the spotlight

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — DK Metcalf was annoyed, as he often is when this topic arises. “He’s one of them because, one, of how elite the ball placement has been, and that’s led to yards after the catch,” Orlovsky said, explaining Smith’s top-five status. “The style of play that he’s had over the first three games this season warranted putting him …

Another standout performance by Geno Smith reiterates his value to the Seahawks
3 months ago

Another standout performance by Geno Smith reiterates his value to the Seahawks

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — At one point this summer, Geno Smith’s representatives reached out to the Seattle Seahawks wondering if they wanted to start discussions on a contract extension. But if Smith continues to play the way he did on Sunday in Seattle’s 23-20 overtime win over New England, a decision on the QB’s future with the Seahawks may get more …

Geno Smith dazzles in brief appearance in preseason finale, Seahawks beat Browns 37-33
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Geno Smith dazzles in brief appearance in preseason finale, Seahawks beat Browns 37-33

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Geno Smith’s brief preseason cameo only added to the anticipation of what he might be able to do in Seattle’s offense when the games start counting. Smith dazzled in his only series of the preseason, throwing a 21-yard touchdown pass to DK Metcalf to help the Seahawks beat the Cleveland Browns 37-33 on Saturday night. Smith had watched …

Geno Smith, Seahawks improve playoff chances in rallying to beat the Titans
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Geno Smith, Seahawks improve playoff chances in rallying to beat the Titans

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Seattle Seahawks are winning when it matters most, and they’ve put themselves right back in the mix for a playoff berth. Geno Smith threw his second touchdown pass of the fourth quarter on a 5-yarder to Colby Parkinson with 57 seconds left and the Seahawks more than kept their playoff hopes alive by beating the Tennessee …

Drew Lock provides a spark as well as mistakes for Seahawks in 1st start in place of injured Smith
1 year ago

Drew Lock provides a spark as well as mistakes for Seahawks in 1st start in place of injured Smith

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Drew Lock couldn’t have scripted a much better beginning to his first start for the Seattle Seahawks than capping his initial drive with a touchdown pass to DK Metcalf. “I’m trying to balance the feeling of just finally playing again, and how good that feels and also not getting it done.” Lock got his first start …

Seahawks QB Geno Smith a game-time decision vs. 49ers due to groin injury
1 year ago

Seahawks QB Geno Smith a game-time decision vs. 49ers due to groin injury

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks listed quarterback Geno Smith as questionable for Sunday’s game against San Francisco. Seattle coach Pete Carroll said after practice on Friday that Smith “tweaked his groin” on Thursday when he stumbled over somebody. The injury could lead to backup Drew Lock making his first start since being acquired by the Seahawks as part of …

Seahawks believe QB Geno Smith should make it back in time for Thursday’s game vs. 49ers
1 year, 1 month ago

Seahawks believe QB Geno Smith should make it back in time for Thursday’s game vs. 49ers

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll says he believes quarterback Geno Smith will be able to recover from an arm injury in time for Thursday’s game against San Francisco. Carroll said Smith likely won’t participate in practice for a couple of days to give his arm rest and get additional treatment. Carroll initially gave an update on Smith’s …

Geno Smith’s arm injury one of many frustrations for Seahawks
1 year, 1 month ago

Geno Smith’s arm injury one of many frustrations for Seahawks

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — After his initial evaluation for what the Seahawks called a bruised triceps, Seattle quarterback Geno Smith tried to complete several soft tosses, shaking out his right arm after each throw, before dejectedly sitting down on a cooler. Smith eventually returned to the game, but he’s not sure whether he’ll be able to play when Seattle hosts NFC …

Seahawks QB Geno Smith, Rams WR Cooper Kupp both sidelined by injuries in 2nd half
1 year, 1 month ago

Seahawks QB Geno Smith, Rams WR Cooper Kupp both sidelined by injuries in 2nd half

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Seattle quarterback Geno Smith and Los Angeles receiver Cooper Kupp were both sidelined in the second half of the Seahawks’ game against the Rams on Sunday. Kupp injured his right ankle late in the first half when a Seattle defender stepped on it. The Super Bowl 56 MVP went to the locker room before halftime and tested …

Geno Smith’s big throws and Jason Myers’ walk-off field goal lift Seahawks past Commanders 29-26
1 year, 1 month ago

Geno Smith’s big throws and Jason Myers’ walk-off field goal lift Seahawks past Commanders 29-26

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Given the opportunity for some more heroics in the closing minutes of the fourth quarter, Geno Smith was nearly flawless. Smith led a pair of scoring drives late in the fourth quarter, the second leading to Jason Myers’ 43-yard field goal as time expired, and Seattle held off the Washington Commanders 29-26 on Sunday. Smith and Washington QB …

Seahawks fail test miserably vs. Ravens: ‘We came out there and flatlined’
1 year, 1 month ago

Seahawks fail test miserably vs. Ravens: ‘We came out there and flatlined’

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of 49ers vs Seahawks in the final NFL Thanksgiving game. Carroll said this game was not a referendum on Smith’s play — though the coach said he’s “concerned” about the turnovers — but it’s hard to overlook the fact the quarterback hasn’t played well since Week 3. “When you don’t come out ready against a …

How can the Seahawks help Geno Smith through recent hiccups? Run the ball more
1 year, 1 month ago

How can the Seahawks help Geno Smith through recent hiccups? Run the ball more

New York Times  

Geno Smith entered the Week 8 matchup with the Cleveland Browns hoping to play a clean, mistake-free game. “We’re one of the best teams in football if we play right.” Assessing on Monday after watching the film, coach Pete Carroll said, “He did great at the beginning and the end, and in the middle, we weren’t as clean.” Smith led …

Geno Smith’s 2nd TD pass to Tyler Lockett lifts the Seahawks to a 37-31 OT win over the Lions
1 year, 3 months ago

Geno Smith’s 2nd TD pass to Tyler Lockett lifts the Seahawks to a 37-31 OT win over the Lions

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Geno Smith, Tyler Lockett and the Seattle Seahawks showed their season-opening lopsided loss may have been just an aberration. 1.” Detroit rallied after Smith threw a go-ahead, 3-yard touchdown pass to Lockett early in the fourth and Tre Brown returned a Jared Goff interception 40 yards for a score on the ensuring drive to give Seattle a 31-21 …

Lingering Seahawks questions: Will JSN be ready for Week 1? Who starts at CB?
1 year, 3 months ago

Lingering Seahawks questions: Will JSN be ready for Week 1? Who starts at CB?

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks assembled 15 members of their 16-man practice squad Wednesday, bringing the roster a step closer to what it will look like against the Rams on Sept. 10. JSN did some stuff on the practice field today pic.twitter.com/KPHEqmPMvk — Dugar, Michael-Shawn August 29, 2023 “He’s doing remarkably well,” Carroll said. • #MoreBobo • fixed run …

Seahawks’ offense gets explosive, CB battle heats up and more from win vs. Cowboys
1 year, 4 months ago

Seahawks’ offense gets explosive, CB battle heats up and more from win vs. Cowboys

New York Times  

SEATTLE — If the Seattle Seahawks’ first preseason game was a showcase of the young guys, then the second contest, played Saturday night against the Dallas Cowboys at Lumen Field, was about the contributions — or lack thereof — from the players guaranteed to be on the field when the games count. Offense gets explosive Geno Smith and Seattle’s starting …

Unanswered Seahawks questions: Geno Smith’s consistency, Jamal Adams’ health
1 year, 5 months ago

Unanswered Seahawks questions: Geno Smith’s consistency, Jamal Adams’ health

New York Times  

The Seahawks will report to training camp July 25 before holding their first practice July 26. Through the first two weeks of the 2022 season, Seattle’s conservative approach on offense resulted in Geno Smith leading the league in completion percentage albeit while ranking 20th in yards per attempt and dead last in air yards per attempt. Walker dominating the carries …

Geno Smith gets the spotlight after new deal with Seahawks
1 year, 9 months ago

Geno Smith gets the spotlight after new deal with Seahawks

Associated Press  

Geno Smith finally got the payday and recognition that had eluded him for most of his career. “The contract is fulfilling, but I just love playing football,” Smith said Thursday after signing his new three-year deal with the Seahawks. “It’s just a way for both parties to make it work,” Smith said. Smith led the Seahawks to a 9-8 record …

Seahawks, QB Geno Smith reach agreement on 3-year deal
1 year, 9 months ago

Seahawks, QB Geno Smith reach agreement on 3-year deal

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks agreed to terms with quarterback Geno Smith on a three-year contract Monday that keeps the AP comeback player of the year in the Pacific Northwest. Smith and Seattle’s leaders made it clear after the season ended with a 41-23 loss to San Francisco in the opening round of the playoffs they all wanted the …

Why Seahawks could keep Geno Smith … and still draft a quarterback early
1 year, 9 months ago

Why Seahawks could keep Geno Smith … and still draft a quarterback early

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Seahawks are still in the process of negotiating a new contract with Geno Smith. At the same time, Carroll and Schneider made it clear during separate media availabilities at the NFL Scouting Combine on Tuesday afternoon that independent of Smith’s status with the team, Seattle is going to consider selecting a quarterback early in the draft. “We …

Seahawks Senior Bowl notes: Focus on the trenches, plus a few standout skill players
1 year, 10 months ago

Seahawks Senior Bowl notes: Focus on the trenches, plus a few standout skill players

New York Times  

MOBILE, Ala. — The Seahawks have reached the point in the offseason where their primary focus is finding out which college prospects can fill their many holes on both sides of the ball this spring, as they try to build a championship contender in 2023. After watching players from the National and American teams practice for two hours apiece on …

Seahawks’ 2023 free agents: Geno Smith likely stays, but who goes?
1 year, 10 months ago

Seahawks’ 2023 free agents: Geno Smith likely stays, but who goes?

New York Times  

Geno Smith is Seattle’s most important free agent, but general manager John Schneider and coach Pete Carroll also have several other notable players slated to hit the market this offseason. Schneider in those radio interviews said that he has a “drop-dead number” in negotiations, meaning he’d like to keep Smith in Seattle but at a salary that benefits both parties. …

Seahawks’ offseason priorities: QB plan, fortify trenches, add a weapon and more
1 year, 11 months ago

Seahawks’ offseason priorities: QB plan, fortify trenches, add a weapon and more

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — Pete Carroll is never going to feel good about losing his last game of the season. • The big difference between SEA and SF and how Seahawks can bridge that gap • Geno’s future + payday • recapping 2022 SZN • draft options, fixing the roster, big-picture outlook + more https://t.co/INIDKxJDyB pic.twitter.com/0rj9cktwXz — Dugar, Michael-Shawn January 16, …

Seahawks keep playoff hopes alive with win, eliminate Jets
1 year, 11 months ago

Seahawks keep playoff hopes alive with win, eliminate Jets

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Geno Smith finished off a very personal sweep. Smith threw two first-half touchdowns, Kenneth Walker III rushed for 133 yards and the Seahawks kept alive their postseason hopes with a 23-6 win Sunday that eliminated the New York Jets from playoff contention. “You know it’s fun to be in that position and and the guys held on great.” …

Bad day from Geno Smith, shaky run defense doom Seahawks
2 years ago

Bad day from Geno Smith, shaky run defense doom Seahawks

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — For most of this season, the Seattle Seahawks have not faced a day where Geno Smith was unable to make up for whatever issues were on the other side of the ball. And coupled with Seattle’s inability to slow the Panthers’ run game, the Seahawks were left trying to explain a third defeat in their past four games. …

Smith keeps adding chapters to comeback season in Seattle
2 years ago

Smith keeps adding chapters to comeback season in Seattle

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — One of the missing pieces from Geno Smith’s terrific comeback season for the Seattle Seahawks was directing something memorable late in the game. That finally happened Sunday when Smith led a game-winning drive in the final minutes as Seattle rallied past the Los Angeles Rams for a 27-23 victory in a must-win game for the Seahawks’ playoff …

Geno Smith hits Metcalf for late TD, Seahawks top Rams 27-23
2 years ago

Geno Smith hits Metcalf for late TD, Seahawks top Rams 27-23

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Whenever Geno Smith looked across the line in the final minutes at SoFi Stadium, he saw an inspired Bobby Wagner leading an entire Los Angeles Rams team desperately in need of a victory. DK Metcalf caught an 8-yard touchdown pass from Smith with 36 seconds to play, completing the Seahawks’ late rally for a 27-23 win over …

Lions defensive back Smith carted off the field vs. Pats
2 years, 2 months ago

Lions defensive back Smith carted off the field vs. Pats

Associated Press  

— Lions coach Dan Campbell said defensive back Saivion Smith had full motor skills after being carted off the field following a collision early in the first quarter of the Detroit’s matchup with the New England Patriots on Sunday. Smith remained down on the field, laying face down on his side following the Patriots’ second offensive play of the game …

Seahawks survive Wilson’s return, edge Broncos on missed FG
2 years, 3 months ago

Seahawks survive Wilson’s return, edge Broncos on missed FG

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — It was a familiar scene in Seattle: Russell Wilson leading his team downfield for a game-winning score late in the fourth quarter. This time, he wasn’t given a chance by his new coach in Denver, pulled off the field in exchange for a 64-yard field goal attempt that left plenty of confusion and the Seattle Seahawks celebrating an …

Smith, error-prone Seahawks struggle in 27-11 loss to Bears
2 years, 4 months ago

Smith, error-prone Seahawks struggle in 27-11 loss to Bears

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Geno Smith’s chance to gain an edge over Drew Lock for Seattle’s starting quarterback job was hindered by his team’s sloppy performance. Smith and the Seahawks were overwhelmed in a 27-11 loss to the Chicago Bears on Thursday night in the second preseason game for both teams, which was mostly a dud from Seattle’s standpoint. Exacerbating Seattle’s offensive …

Russell Wilson looks like he’ll be out for a while. So Seahawks’ Geno Smith era may begin
3 years, 2 months ago

Russell Wilson looks like he’ll be out for a while. So Seahawks’ Geno Smith era may begin

New York Times  

Russell Wilson is unable to adequately throw a football. “I’m really going to try not to talk about the details of it because I don’t know,” coach Pete Carroll said Friday morning. I want to go to the specialist and make sure he tells us, but there is something going on and we have to figure out the extent of …

Seahawks in a world of hurt after loss to Rams, Russell Wilson’s finger injury
3 years, 2 months ago

Seahawks in a world of hurt after loss to Rams, Russell Wilson’s finger injury

New York Times  

Seattle’s home stadium has always felt like a magical place, at least as long as Pete Carroll has been the head coach. That’s just plain and simple.” Seattle, even before Wilson suffered a middle finger dislocation on his throwing hand, wasn’t doing its job on either side of the ball in the second half. “We can’t have guys third-and-10 and …

Washington QB Alex Smith retires after comeback from gruesome leg injury
3 years, 8 months ago

Washington QB Alex Smith retires after comeback from gruesome leg injury

LA Times  

Washington quarterback Alex Smith looks to pass against the Philadelphia Eagles on Jan. 3. Alex Smith retired Monday after making an improbable comeback from a gruesome broken leg, saying he’s ready to leave the NFL but believing he’s still able to play quarterback. “Because even though I’ve got plenty of snaps left in me, after 16 years of giving this …

Mr. Smith goes to Washington, takes another team to playoffs
3 years, 11 months ago

Mr. Smith goes to Washington, takes another team to playoffs

Associated Press  

If the Alex Smith story becomes a movie, Alex Smith doesn’t want to see it. “Heck no,” he said, “I wouldn’t watch it.” Smith is living it and already documented the long journey back from breaking his right leg and needing 17 surgeries to rehab. “When Alex Smith plays quarterback, they’re a heck of a football team,” Tampa Bay coach …

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