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NegativeMatchupOct 30, 2026
Zain Dhanani identifies Geno Smith as a non-elite QB option for Week 8 with an exploitable matchup, suggesting there is still upside despite being a bye-week fill-in.NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026
Smith's recent performance against Miami was misleading; his 287-3-1 line came entirely in garbage time against a previously winless team, with just 87 yards in the first half. He's taking too many sacks (21 total) and lacks the challenging depth that defined his game (6.6 air yards/attempt, 31.4% throws to sticks, 7.6% deep shot rate). These traits don't work in combination, making him a sit at QB16.PositiveMatchupOct 29, 2026
Smith is streamable against a Raiders defense that has allowed 0.47 EPA per dropback over its past three games (most in the NFL), with a pressure rate of just 30.5% during that stretch (7th lowest). The Raiders' outside corners have an F in coverage grades. Smith has averaged 0.33 EPA per dropback from a clean pocket this season, falling to -0.31 under pressure. It's also a revenge game.PositiveMatchupOct 29, 2026
Matthew Berry receives votes for Geno Smith at QB15 for Week 8 against Las Vegas; Berry likes the volume or the defense on the other side.PositiveValueOct 29, 2026
Smith is recommended as a waiver-wire streaming option superior to Patrick Mahomes in Week 8 if available.NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026
Connected with Omar Cooper on gains of 60 and 52 yards in Week 7, showcasing his ability to get the ball downfield to his receivers. Smith is distributing the ball to multiple receivers on the Jets.PositiveProjectionOct 24, 2026
Smith is averaging 223 yards per game, which should support multiple fantasy-relevant starters in the Seahawks offense, including Omar Cooper.PositiveMatchupOct 21, 2026
Smith is ranked No. 15 in Week 7 QB rankings and is upgraded for facing the Dolphins, who are No. 31 in defensive dropback EPA (0.284), No. 31 in defensive dropback SR (53.6%), and No. 31 in defensive pass DVOA (34.5%). Smith hasn't been terrible this year (68.9% completion, 8.1 AY/A) and hasn't been prolific (13.8 fantasy points per game, 1,336 yards, 7 TDs, 1 INT with 20-42-0 rushing), but against the Dolphins, competent production could translate into meaningful output. The Dolphins are coming off the bye but could be missing four defensive starters: EDGE Robert Beal (hamstring), CBs Julius Brents (neck) and Reese Taylor (quadriceps), and SS Michael Taaffe (chest).PositiveMatchupOct 20, 2026
Geno Smith is in a home matchup against Miami, which is allowing 18.8 fantasy points per game to quarterbacks (ninth in the league). The Dolphins are coming off a bye but have still given up at least 245 yards and/or 2+ TD passes in four straight games. Smith recently passed for 252-1 on the road in New England and may hit both marks against Miami.NegativeProjectionOct 15, 2026
Geno Smith has logged only one top-20 fantasy finish this season (against Detroit), and the source suggests the recent dip is becoming a concerning pattern. While Smith's underlying metrics are solid—69.4% completion rate, 104.2 passer rating, and 7.4 yards per attempt—the Jets' depleted surrounding talent (injuries to Breece Hall, Adonai Mitchell, and Kenyon Sadiq) is undermining his ability to produce strong fantasy numbers. The source projects him at QB26 for Week 6.NegativeValueOct 3, 2026
Geno Smith is a good streamer option this week, but Valenzuela worries about his overall ceiling with many offensive playmakers out. Additionally, the Jets are playing their third road game in four weeks while the Bears are at home for a third consecutive game, making Hurts the preferred start.PositiveProjectionOct 1, 2026
Threw for 321 yards and 3 TDs in Week 3 against the Lions, demonstrating the strength of that matchup for opposing QBs.NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
Smith is ranked No. 18 in Week 4 QB rankings.PositiveProjectionSep 30, 2026
The source cites Geno Smith's improved play as a reason to buy Kenyon Sadiq, noting Smith was QB3 in Week 3. The source also recommends Smith as a waiver-wire alternative to Drake Maye, positioning him as a more reliable option than the struggling Patriots QB.PositiveValueSep 29, 2026
Smith went toe-to-toe with Jared Goff, posting 321 yards and 3 touchdowns in Week 3. He now faces the Bears defense in Chicago, which has given up plenty of yardage through the air, though the Bears did limit Jalen Hurts on Monday Night Football. Garrett Wilson's health status is a key factor to monitor for Week 4 production.NegativeProjectionSep 24, 2026
Geno Smith carries a Week 3 projection of 13.3 PPG against the Lions, up from a 12.4 PPG average; the matchup presents a test against Detroit's defense, which the article characterizes as having defensive vulnerabilities ('leaky Lions' D').PositiveProjectionSep 23, 2026
Smith is ranked No. 19 in Matthew Freedman's Week 3 QB rankings, indicating upgrade status for the week.NegativeMatchupSep 23, 2026
Smith hasn't been prolific this season (462 yards, 1 TD, no INTs) but has been acceptable (70.8% completion rate, 7.4 AY/A). He gets an indoor matchup against a Lions secondary without SS Brian Branch (PUP), FS Kerby Joseph (PUP), and maybe No. 3 S Avonte Maddox. Matthew Freedman notes that if you're desperate, you could maybe get away with starting Smith in Guillotine Leagues this week.PositiveProjectionSep 19, 2026
Geno Smith is positioned as a viable option for Week 2 parlays, with the source suggesting that trusting him for parlays is 'not as crazy as it sounds,' implying he has underrated upside for the week.NegativeMatchupSep 15, 2026
Geno Smith completed 19 of 24 passes for 215 yards with no scores and no turnovers in Week 1 against Tennessee, completing 9 of 10 targets to Garrett Wilson and Adonai Mitchell for 139 yards. In Week 2, he faces the Packers at home in a matchup with an over/under of 44.5 points and the Packers as road favorites at -3.5. Jordan Love just threw for 387 yards and 2 scores against the Vikings, suggesting the Jets passer will need to throw more than he did in Week 1. The source notes it loves the stats regardless of whether they come in garbage time.NegativeMatchupSep 15, 2026
Smith had the Jets offense looking functional in Week 1 against the Titans, but the source cautions against reading too much into that performance given the Titans' weakness. The source maintains prior conviction that the Jets will be an offense to target on the waiver wire until they definitively prove otherwise, making them a favorable matchup for the Packers defense in Week 2.PositiveProjectionSep 11, 2026
Geno Smith is projected for 13.9 PPG in Week 1 against Tennessee, above his season average of 12.2 PPG, indicating a favorable matchup for the Jets quarterback.NegativeUsageSep 8, 2026
Smith was tied with Cam Ward for the most-sacked QB among QBs with at least 300 dropbacks in 2025, indicating vulnerability to pass rush pressure. This context is relevant for evaluating the Titans' offensive line weakness (ranked 29th by PFF) and their susceptibility to defensive pressure in Week 1 against the Jets.NegativeMatchupAug 22, 2026
Jets QB ranked 29th in yards per completion last year (10.0), making the Jets' Week 4 matchup against the Bears a favorable streaming opportunity for Chicago's defense, which ranked 27th in yards allowed per completion.NegativeProjectionAug 21, 2026
QB Geno Smith ranked 29th in yards per completion last year (10.0), making him a weak passer who will struggle to move the ball efficiently. His presence as the Jets' starting quarterback in Week 4 against the Bears is noted as a factor that makes New York's offense a favorable matchup for Chicago's defense.PositiveRoleAug 7, 2026
Geno Smith is targeting Garrett Wilson early and often in training camp, with Wilson hauling in all five passes thrown to him in one practice. Smith is looking to get back to the form from his Seattle days, which could elevate the entire Jets passing game.NegativeRoleJul 24, 2026
Smith's role on the Jets is to start when Jackson or Goff are on bye and provide 14-16 fantasy points. The source views him as the last quarterback comfortable won't lose his starting job during the season, unlike Jacoby Brissett, Deshaun Watson, or Tua Tagovailoa.PositiveRoleJul 24, 2026
Smith's role on the Jets is simple—start when Jackson or Goff are on bye and give 14-16 fantasy points. He was the last quarterback the drafter felt pretty comfortable won't lose his starting job during the season, something that can't be said about Jacoby Brissett, Deshaun Watson or Tua Tagovailoa.NegativeProjectionJul 21, 2026
Geno Smith was considered as a QB2 option in a 14-team superflex league after being traded to the Raiders. The narrative around Smith was positive due to his career rebirth in Seattle, but the source notes that with Chip Kelly calling plays for the Raiders, the outcome was poor: 'what could go wrong? Hint: practically everything.' This serves as a cautionary example of how offensive scheme and coaching changes can derail QB performance.