Mon Sep 15 23:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Geno Smith Finds New Home, Leads Raiders to Week 1 Victory
**Las Vegas, NV** – Quarterback Geno Smith is revitalized after joining the Las Vegas Raiders, leading the team to a 20-13 road victory over the New England Patriots in Week 1. Smith, acquired from the Seattle Seahawks, completed 24 of 34 passes for 362 yards and a touchdown in his Raiders debut.
“I’m me,” Smith told reporters after the game. “I know who I am. I know what I can do.”
The 34-year-old quarterback described feeling like he’s finally found his team in Las Vegas, a stark contrast to his time in Seattle. Smith expressed that he never quite fit the culture of the Pacific Northwest, longing for a faster-paced environment more akin to his Miami roots.
Head Coach Pete Carroll, formerly Smith’s coach in Seattle, traded for Smith this offseason. Smith has spoken fondly of Carroll, admiring his fire and honesty. Smith had previously expressed feeling like he was always replacing Russell Wilson in Seattle, never truly owning the starting role. The Raiders offered him a clean slate, bringing him in as the undisputed Plan A at quarterback.
Despite throwing an interception in the first half, Smith remained composed, leading the Raiders to 10 unanswered points in the second half. Linebacker Devin White praised Smith’s resilience, calling him a “dog” who “makes this team go.” Smith’s confidence and competitive spirit are seen as assets by the Raiders, fostering a “us versus the world” mentality within the team.
Looking ahead, Smith aims to play 15-20 seasons in the NFL and desires to finish his career in Las Vegas, with the goal of bringing a championship to the city.
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