The Las Vegas Raiders enter the 2025 NFL season with more intrigue than at any point in recent memory. After a busy offseason that included hiring Pete Caroll , trading for quarterback Geno Smith , and adding potential breakout star Ashton Jeanty, expectations are climbing. The roster has improved, but questions still linger about the secondary and consistency from the receiving corps outside of Brock Bowers.

The real question is whether this rebuilt group can turn the page from 2024's frustrations and actually compete for the playoffs.

That optimism grew Sunday when he made history in his Raiders debut. The veteran quarterback completed 24 of 34 passes for 362 yards with one touchdown and one interception in a 20-13 win over the New England Patriots. Smith's 362 yards set a new f

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