Did the Seahawks Make a Big Mistake Trading Geno Smith?

The Seattle Seahawks made a huge move. They traded their starting quarterback, Geno Smith, to the Las Vegas Raiders for a 2025 third-round draft pick. This means Seattle is taking a big risk. The Raiders get a proven veteran to help their team. But was this the right decision? Who got the better deal? Are there any impact on fantasy football games? Let’s break it down.

Why Did Seattle Trade Geno Smith?

Fans are shocked and angry about this trade. Why would the Seahawks give up their star quarterback? The truth comes down to money.

• Geno wanted a big contract—about $45 million per year.
• Seattle wasn’t willing to pay that much, they offered only $35 million per year.
• The Seahawks decided to trade him instead of overpaying.

Seattle also tried to trade both Geno Smith and DK Metcalf for Maxx Crosby, but the Raiders said no.

Now, the Seahawks are stuck without a starting QB. Right now, Sam Howell is their best option. Is he good enough? Will Seattle draft a new quarterback?

What This Means for the Raiders

This trade could be great for Las Vegas. Geno Smith is a two-time Pro Bowler, he knows how to win games. He completed 70% of his passes last season, which is impressive.

But there’s a problem…

• Geno is 34 years old. He’s not a long-term answer.
• He threw 15 interceptions last year, which is a lot.
• If the Raiders don’t protect him, he could struggle.

Las Vegas still needs a young QB for the future, but for now, Geno is a solid choice.

Who Won the Trade?

Raiders: B+

• They get an experienced QB without paying too much.
• But Geno isn’t the long-term answer.

Seahawks: C+

• They save money and get a draft pick.
• But they don’t have a clear plan for their next quarterback.

For more details, check out Geno Smith trade grades: Seahawks deal veteran QB to Raiders for 2025.

What Happens Next?

• Raiders: Will they draft a young QB under Geno?
• Seahawks: Are they planning to sign a veteran or draft a rookie?

This trade changes everything for both teams. The next moves will decide if this was a smart deal or a big mistake.