The Las Vegas Raiders are trading two-time Pro Bowl quarterback Geno Smith to the New York Jets, according to a report from The Insiders. The veteran signal-caller, who is 35 years old, heads to New York as Las Vegas undergoes a significant transition at the position.
The move comes as the Raiders are widely expected to select Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. Trading Geno Smith clears the way for the franchise to move forward with a new starter under center while providing the Jets with an experienced veteran leader.
Smith has earned two Pro Bowl selections during his career and has proven to be a productive starter in recent seasons. This trade marks a return to the New York Jets organization for Smith, who was originally drafted by the team in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft.
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