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Getting after Geno Smith will be no easy task for Raiders’ defensive front

Getting after New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith will be no easy task for the Las Vegas Raiders' defensive front, as they face a tough offensive line.

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 12:00 AM
Getting after Geno Smith will be no easy task for Raiders’ defensive front
Key Things to Know
  • Just Blog Baby argues the Raiders face a difficult challenge generating pressure against Geno Smith and the Jets.
  • The Las Vegas Raiders rank 25th in the NFL in pass-rush win rate this season.
  • The New York Jets' offensive line ranks 14th in pass-block win rate according to ESPN.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Just Blog Baby argues that the Las Vegas Raiders' pass rush faces a difficult challenge against former quarterback Geno Smith and the New York Jets in Week 8. Despite Smith taking 21 sacks this season, the Jets rank 14th in pass-block win rate, while the Raiders' pass rush ranks 25th in pass-rush win rate across the NFL.

The Raiders have managed only four sacks over their last three games after starting the season strong. Writer Levi Dombro notes that edge rushers Maxx Crosby and Malcolm Koonce have seen recent production dips, meaning Las Vegas will need a major turnaround to disrupt Smith.

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