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Raiders benching Geno Smith could have several hidden future benefits

The Las Vegas Raiders have faced numerous issues during the 2025 NFL season, as they are currently sitting at 2-10 and in danger of not winning another game this season. The roster construction was flawed from the jump, and injuries to key players certainly have not helped.

Yes, former offensive coordinator Chip Kelly could have been better. Yes, the offensive line and run game could be way better as well, especially if Brennan Carroll wasn't coaching those two groups. But quarterback Geno Smith has been a major, major problem in Las Vegas. Perhaps the biggest.

This Raiders offense, and Smith personally, rank near the bottom of most statistical categories in the NFL through 12 games.