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All Footballguys insights about Geno Smith
PositiveValueOct 24, 2026
Smith is one of the main reasons Jets players are under-rostered in optimal lineups. The Jets fill 35 percent of optimal lineups against 22 percent of the field's projected roster spots, with their 22-point implied total 16 percent above league-average expectations against Miami's defense.PositiveMatchupOct 23, 2026
Geno Smith is a viable spot-start option in Week 8 against Las Vegas (allowing 21.5 fantasy points per game to QBs, tied for fourth-highest) and Week 10 against Buffalo (allowing 22.8 fantasy points per game). With four teams on bye in Week 8, Smith becomes a useful fill-in option for fantasy managers.NegativeUsageOct 20, 2026
Geno Smith threw his first interception of the season in Week 6 against New England, ending a streak of turnover-free play.NegativeProjectionOct 20, 2026
Had his first interception of the season but played better than the outcome indicated; the source notes the Jets were stopped on fourth down twice in Patriots territory and were never able to make up for lost points. Characterized as a low-end bye QB1/QB2/Superflex against the Dolphins.NegativeProjectionOct 13, 2026
Smith fell one spot to QB22 in the rest-of-season rankings.PositiveMatchupOct 1, 2026
Smith has been added to the list of quarterbacks able to carve up Detroit's injury-bitten secondary; the Lions have allowed 326 yards per game and three touchdown passes to each opponent through three weeks, and look like a weekly fantasy target.PositiveProjectionOct 1, 2026
Smith's passes have become much more accurate compared to last season, lifting Adonai Mitchell's catch rate above 60 percent, which is solid given the depth of his targets.PositiveProjectionSep 29, 2026
Smith had his best game of the season against Detroit, throwing for 321 yards and three scores while completing almost 84 percent of his passes. Jets tight end Jeremy Ruckert praised Smith's poise and decision-making: "He's a warrior, man. He just stands in there... he stands in that pocket and delivers the ball while he gets hit. He's a field general. We have the utmost confidence in him." The source notes that while much of that success can be attributed to Detroit's weak defense, the Week 4 opponent Chicago Bears gave up similarly gaudy stats to Bryce Young of the Carolina Panthers in Week 1, suggesting a favorable matchup for Smith.PositiveProjectionSep 29, 2026
Smith is ranked QB21 in rest-of-season rankings and has moved up two spots from last week.PositiveMatchupSep 25, 2026
Smith faces the Lions in Week 3, who have yielded an absurd 658 passing yards and six touchdowns in only two games—their worst defensive effort since their 0-16 season. The Lions have a high-scoring offense and non-existent defense, a combination that usually leads to lots of fantasy points. The source recommends Smith over Jacoby Brissett as a desperation play.PositiveMatchupSep 24, 2026
Geno Smith faces an ailing Lions defense that has been thoroughly beaten in seven of nine quarters through two weeks, lacking both starting safeties (Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph). Smith has spent his first two weeks drawing defenses in with the run and short throws; if the Jets open things up downfield, they'll face very little resistance. Smith has hit 71% of his throws and kept the ball close, eliminating the mistake-rich stretches from his Las Vegas tenure.PositiveSleeperSep 24, 2026
Smith has played better than his numbers suggest, and the Lions' defense has made opposing quarterbacks' fantasy numbers look better than they are, creating a perfect combination for Week 3. The Jets' receiving corps is primed with Adonai Mitchell as a legit vertical threat and Breece Hall popping big plays as a receiver, giving Smith multiple weapons heading to Detroit.NegativeRoleSep 23, 2026
Geno Smith is mentioned as a temporary QB2 option for teams acquiring Jayden Daniels, representing a short-term placeholder while Daniels recovers from injury.PositiveProjectionSep 22, 2026
Smith was better than his stat line indicates, as he and Adonai Mitchell just missed on a couple of deep shots; he has QB2/Superflex value with the Lions up next.NegativeMatchupSep 17, 2026
Geno Smith is placed in the WHAT-THE-HECK QB2/SUPERFLEX/STREAMER tier for Week 2 against Green Bay, indicating he is a desperation-level streamer option with significant uncertainty.PositiveProjectionSep 10, 2026
Smith is playing with Frank Reich, who hung 33 and 45 points on Robert Saleh defenses with Carson Wentz in 2021 and 2017. The Titans have had many defensive changes, and the Jets have a great set of talents and a young, ascending offensive line around Smith. He deserves consideration in superflex leagues as a QB2.PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
Smith was reunited with the Jets this offseason as a bridge quarterback. While his numbers in Las Vegas last year weren't pretty, he was still able to complete 67.4% of his passes (11th among qualifiers) and has posted a passer rating over 90 in three of his last four seasons as a starter. That baseline alone puts him ahead of most of the passing production the Jets got out of the position in 2025, when their quarterbacks combined to finish 31st in the league in passer rating and dead last in yards per completion. New York also overhauled its pass rush, offensive line and skill positions this offseason, giving Smith more support than he's had in years.NegativeValueSep 4, 2026
Geno Smith rose one positional rank from QB29 to QB28 but experienced a significant ADP decline of 18.7 points from 172.3 to 191.0 between April and August, indicating substantial market pullback.PositiveValueSep 1, 2026
The source notes that Geno Smith is regularly going undrafted this year, positioning him as an undervalued quarterback option available late in drafts; the source's strategy emphasizes not sweating the QB position and finding in-season options, making Smith a potential league-winner at minimal draft capital.NegativeValueSep 1, 2026
Regularly going undrafted this year; positioned as an in-season waiver option to address the quarterback position rather than a draft target.PositiveProjectionAug 31, 2026
Smith followed up a near-perfect preseason debut against the Steelers with sharp final practices, leading a crisp scoring drive in a two-minute drill before the Giants game and connecting twice with Garrett Wilson and Mason Taylor before threading a pass to rookie Omar Cooper Jr. for the touchdown. Jets players have marveled at Smith's calm and firm leadership both in and out of the huddle.PositiveProjectionAug 14, 2026
JJ Zachariason noted about Smith: 'At least I didn't overpay, and the Jets could be good enough that we see a resurgent season,' suggesting Smith offers value without overpayment and potential for a strong season if the Jets improve.NegativeValueAug 14, 2026
JJ Zachariason notes that Geno Smith at pick 205 (QB) was not overpaid, and the Jets could be good enough to support a resurgent season, suggesting acceptable value at the price point despite concerns about the overall draft.NegativeRoleAug 6, 2026
If Geno Smith plays as he did in Seattle, there's room for Adonai Mitchell to deliver a fantasy impact. However, if he doesn't perform at that level, Mitchell's upside is limited.NegativeDepth ChartAug 2, 2026
Raiders traded QB Geno Smith to the Jets, removing him from Las Vegas and opening the door for Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza in the quarterback room.NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026
Smith's arrival provides hope for greater stability in the Jets offense after a disastrous 2025 season, potentially benefiting rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq.PositiveProjectionJul 27, 2026
Geno Smith's return to the Jets is not as a savior emerging from a breakout elsewhere, but as a cheap veteran with starting experience willing to suit up for a rebuilding franchise. After his 2022 breakout in Seattle (QB8 per game, 21.5 PPG), Smith declined to QB24 (18.2 PPG) in 2023 and QB19 (19.1 PPG) in 2024, rendering him unstartable for long stretches. He was arguably one of the worst full-time starting quarterbacks in the league last year. Now 36 years old, he must adapt to another new roster, coaching staff, and playbook.NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026
Geno Smith is in the twilight of his career, which is cited as a concern factor when evaluating Kenyon Sadiq's upside with the Jets offense.NegativeProjectionJul 27, 2026
Geno Smith's recent performance trajectory is concerning: after a QB8 finish in 2022 (21.5 PPG), he fell to QB24 in 2023 (18.2 PPG) and QB19 in 2024 (19.1 PPG), rendering him unstartable for stretches. Last year he was arguably one of the worst full-time starting quarterbacks in the league. Now 36 years old, he must adapt to a new Jets roster, coaching staff, and playbook, though he should benefit from decent protection.NegativeProjectionJul 20, 2026
Smith returns to Jets as starter after being drafted by the team, bringing potential for greater offensive stability, though this is not positioned as a major fantasy catalyst. Smith's arrival could benefit Breece Hall and Garrett Wilson if they fall in draft value, with training camp providing clearer picture of team's offensive outlook.NegativeProjectionJul 20, 2026
Smith returns to the Jets as starter but this is not a triumphant homecoming story. He could bring greater offensive stability, but the move should not generate excessive enthusiasm. The training camp will provide better clarity on what to expect from the team.PositiveRoleNo date
Geno Smith is an upgrade over Justin Fields at quarterback for the Jets, expected to improve the offensive environment for skill position players.