With veteran quarterback Geno Smith expected to miss time, this means it gives former Steelers draft pick, Kenny Pickett, a chance to audition for a new role for the 2026 season. According to reports, the Raiders are leaning towards starting Pickett since Smith is dealing with a shoulder injury. In their Week 14 loss, Pickett came in late during the contest, recording 97 yards and one touchdown on eight out of 11 passes. Originally selected in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, the former Pittsburgh product has been a journeyman since requesting a trade out of the Steelers.

[caption id="attachment_242945" align="alignnone" width="986"] Cleveland Browns quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) throws as quarterback Joe Flacco (15) looks on during NFL training camp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus,

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