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Geno Smith Traded to Jets; Raiders Eye Draft Pick

3/11/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Geno Smith, quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders, is traded to the New York Jets for a 2026 sixth- and seventh-round pick, with the Raiders paying most of his salary.
The Jets plan for Geno Smith to serve as a bridge quarterback in the 2026 season.
The trade positions the Raiders to draft Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

History

Historical Context

In 2016, the Los Angeles Rams traded multiple draft picks, including their 2017 first-round selection, to the Tennessee Titans for the first overall pick, selecting quarterback Jared Goff. This marked the Rams' return to Los Angeles after 21 years in St. Louis, reflecting a broader trend of NFL teams relocating for financial reasons, with the Rams' move approved by NFL owners on January 12, 2016.

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Story summary

Geno Smith, quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders, is traded to the New York Jets for a 2026 sixth- and seventh-round pick, with the Raiders paying most of his salary.
The Jets plan for Geno Smith to serve as a bridge quarterback in the 2026 season.
The trade positions the Raiders to draft Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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