After expressing confidence in getting a deal done during the NFL’s Annual League Meeting, the Las Vegas Raiders got their big business with quarterback Geno Smith out of the way.
On Thursday, the Raiders officially signed Smith to a two-year contract extension worth up to $85.5 million, with $66.5 million in guaranteed money. Ensuring Smith remains in Las Vegas for the next few seasons gives the team a clear solution under center. While the exact structure of the deal has not been revealed yet, it will give some insight on how the team views their timeline with Smith for the future.