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October 7, 2025

The Harsh Truth About Raiders’ Smith

Fernando Alfaro-Donis

Sports Illustrated

The Harsh Truth About Raiders’ Smith

Geno Smith's Raiders tenure has sparked a quarterback debate after a rough stretch: nine interceptions in five games, six passing touchdowns, and a 38.6 QBR. Las Vegas stubbornly keeps him starting, hoping for a turnaround rather than a quick rebuild.

Week 5 knee-jerk reactions push for a benching and turn to Kenny Pickett, Gardner Minshew, or Aidan O’Connell as potential fixes, with Cam Miller looming as a late-season spark. The Colts’ blowout loss and Browns’ benching of Flacco underline the offense's fragility and the looming shift in the Raiders’ QB plan.

Given the Week 5 overreactions, should Las Vegas pivot to Kenny Pickett as a short-term fix or stick with Smith?Which Raiders skill players would most benefit from a QB change immediately (Meyers, Jeanty, Tucker) and why?How does the Colts game influence the Raiders' decision making at quarterback?What would be the fantasy impact if Cam Miller starts and pushes for QB duties?

Mentions:

https://www.si.com/nfl/raiders/las-vegas-geno-smit..

October 4, 2025

Patrick Mahomes injury: Will Chiefs QB play vs. Jaguars in Week 5?

Patrick Mahomes injury: Will Chiefs QB play vs. Jaguars in Week 5?

Patrick Mahomes is dealing with a groin issue but fully participated in Chiefs practice and is expected to start Monday night against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5. This keeps Kansas City’s offense near the top of fantasy projections barring a late setback.

If Mahomes cannot go, Gardner Minshew would step in for KC, shifting the fantasy landscape and elevating the Jaguars matchup in a primetime setting. Prepare for a potential QB-change pivot and adjust expectations accordingly for the Chiefs and their weapons.

With Mahomes active, how should fantasy managers approach Week 5 projections for KC's offense?If Mahomes is inactive, how does that shift KC's Week 5 upside and your lineup strategy?What is the game-script risk-reward for Week 5 if Mahomes plays vs Jaguars?How should you hedge your Week 5 lineup given Mahomes' status uncertainty?

Mentions:

https://chiefswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/c..

October 4, 2025

Week 5 Keys to Victory: It’s time for Aaron Glenn to deliver on offseason talk | Sporting News

Week 5 Keys to Victory: It’s time for Aaron Glenn to deliver on offseason talk | Sporting News

Jets aim to avoid a historic 0-5 start as Aaron Glenn eyes credibility and a turnaround Sunday versus the Cowboys. Three keys drive the game: Glenn finally delivering on his talk by fielding disciplined play, the defense finally creating takeaways after a 0-4 start with zero interceptions, and Gardner shadowing George Pickens to blunt Dallas’ passing game while Dallas’ Lamb absence exposes their ceiling. The matchup screams high-scoring, but Prescott damages a Jets defense that again fails to create turnovers. Final: Jets 38, Cowboys 45.

Which factor most influences the Jets' odds against Dallas: Glenn's in-game adjustments or turnover avoidance?Does Pickens’ workload versus a shadow coverage change the Cowboys’ fantasy ceiling?What is the most realistic path to a Jets upset in Week 5?If Lamb remains out, how should fantasy managers recalibrate Cowboys’ targets in Week 5?

Mentions:

https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/new-york-jets/..

September 25, 2025

Mike Tomlin to Steelers in 2024: Keep Anthony Richardson upright so we don't see Joe Flacco - NBC Sports

Mike Tomlin to Steelers in 2024: Keep Anthony Richardson upright so we don't see Joe Flacco - NBC Sports

Mike Tomlin previews Steelers-Vikings, noting Carson Wentz starts for Minnesota with J.J. McCarthy sidelined. He recalls last year’s Colts game, explaining that Richardson’s inexperience invited a veteran backup in Flacco and that keeping Richardson upright is critical. Tomlin stresses respect for Wentz while acknowledging Minnesota could be dangerous with experience at QB. Pittsburgh’s plan hinges on pressuring Wentz and neutralizing big plays, while managing the rookie ceiling in Richardson’s absence.

How might Wentz’s start influence Minnesota’s offensive approach against Pittsburgh’s defense?What Montgomery-like factors should fantasy managers watch for in this Steelers-Vikings matchup with Wentz at the helm?Given Tomlin’s Colts flashback, should fantasy bettors treat Richardson differently against veteran backups?Which players on Pittsburgh’s defense should fantasy managers monitor most in this Wentz-led game?

Mentions:

https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumo..

September 17, 2025

Patrick Mahomes injury: Status update, news report for Chiefs QB

Patrick Mahomes injury: Status update, news report for Chiefs QB

Patrick Mahomes is listed with a right wrist issue after Week 2, but he participated fully in the Chiefs’ latest practice and is not expected to miss Week 3 versus the Giants unless the injury worsens. Gardner Minshew would be the fallback if Mahomes sits. Kansas City's offense remains a high-ceiling option with Mahomes likely to play, while the Week 3 matchup adds a potential risk-reward if the wrist flares up.

With Mahomes’ wrist status in Week 3, should fantasy managers still start him ahead of a top-rotation option?How does the Giants Week 3 matchup influence KC’s potential fantasy ceiling if Mahomes plays?If Mahomes is inactive, who becomes the clear fantasy pivot for Week 3 and why?What waiver-wire strategies should fantasy managers consider in light of this Mahomes wrist update?

Mentions:

https://chiefswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/c..

October 7, 2025

The Harsh Truth About Raiders’ Smith

Fernando Alfaro-Donis

Sports Illustrated

The Harsh Truth About Raiders’ Smith

Geno Smith's Raiders tenure has sparked a quarterback debate after a rough stretch: nine interceptions in five games, six passing touchdowns, and a 38.6 QBR. Las Vegas stubbornly keeps him starting, hoping for a turnaround rather than a quick rebuild.

Week 5 knee-jerk reactions push for a benching and turn to Kenny Pickett, Gardner Minshew, or Aidan O’Connell as potential fixes, with Cam Miller looming as a late-season spark. The Colts’ blowout loss and Browns’ benching of Flacco underline the offense's fragility and the looming shift in the Raiders’ QB plan.

Given the Week 5 overreactions, should Las Vegas pivot to Kenny Pickett as a short-term fix or stick with Smith?Which Raiders skill players would most benefit from a QB change immediately (Meyers, Jeanty, Tucker) and why?How does the Colts game influence the Raiders' decision making at quarterback?What would be the fantasy impact if Cam Miller starts and pushes for QB duties?

Mentions:

https://www.si.com/nfl/raiders/las-vegas-geno-smit..

October 4, 2025

Patrick Mahomes injury: Will Chiefs QB play vs. Jaguars in Week 5?

Patrick Mahomes injury: Will Chiefs QB play vs. Jaguars in Week 5?

Patrick Mahomes is dealing with a groin issue but fully participated in Chiefs practice and is expected to start Monday night against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5. This keeps Kansas City’s offense near the top of fantasy projections barring a late setback.

If Mahomes cannot go, Gardner Minshew would step in for KC, shifting the fantasy landscape and elevating the Jaguars matchup in a primetime setting. Prepare for a potential QB-change pivot and adjust expectations accordingly for the Chiefs and their weapons.

With Mahomes active, how should fantasy managers approach Week 5 projections for KC's offense?If Mahomes is inactive, how does that shift KC's Week 5 upside and your lineup strategy?What is the game-script risk-reward for Week 5 if Mahomes plays vs Jaguars?How should you hedge your Week 5 lineup given Mahomes' status uncertainty?

Mentions:

https://chiefswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/c..

October 4, 2025

Week 5 Keys to Victory: It’s time for Aaron Glenn to deliver on offseason talk | Sporting News

Week 5 Keys to Victory: It’s time for Aaron Glenn to deliver on offseason talk | Sporting News

Jets aim to avoid a historic 0-5 start as Aaron Glenn eyes credibility and a turnaround Sunday versus the Cowboys. Three keys drive the game: Glenn finally delivering on his talk by fielding disciplined play, the defense finally creating takeaways after a 0-4 start with zero interceptions, and Gardner shadowing George Pickens to blunt Dallas’ passing game while Dallas’ Lamb absence exposes their ceiling. The matchup screams high-scoring, but Prescott damages a Jets defense that again fails to create turnovers. Final: Jets 38, Cowboys 45.

Which factor most influences the Jets' odds against Dallas: Glenn's in-game adjustments or turnover avoidance?Does Pickens’ workload versus a shadow coverage change the Cowboys’ fantasy ceiling?What is the most realistic path to a Jets upset in Week 5?If Lamb remains out, how should fantasy managers recalibrate Cowboys’ targets in Week 5?

Mentions:

https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/new-york-jets/..

September 25, 2025

Mike Tomlin to Steelers in 2024: Keep Anthony Richardson upright so we don't see Joe Flacco - NBC Sports

Mike Tomlin to Steelers in 2024: Keep Anthony Richardson upright so we don't see Joe Flacco - NBC Sports

Mike Tomlin previews Steelers-Vikings, noting Carson Wentz starts for Minnesota with J.J. McCarthy sidelined. He recalls last year’s Colts game, explaining that Richardson’s inexperience invited a veteran backup in Flacco and that keeping Richardson upright is critical. Tomlin stresses respect for Wentz while acknowledging Minnesota could be dangerous with experience at QB. Pittsburgh’s plan hinges on pressuring Wentz and neutralizing big plays, while managing the rookie ceiling in Richardson’s absence.

How might Wentz’s start influence Minnesota’s offensive approach against Pittsburgh’s defense?What Montgomery-like factors should fantasy managers watch for in this Steelers-Vikings matchup with Wentz at the helm?Given Tomlin’s Colts flashback, should fantasy bettors treat Richardson differently against veteran backups?Which players on Pittsburgh’s defense should fantasy managers monitor most in this Wentz-led game?

Mentions:

https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumo..

September 17, 2025

Patrick Mahomes injury: Status update, news report for Chiefs QB

Patrick Mahomes injury: Status update, news report for Chiefs QB

Patrick Mahomes is listed with a right wrist issue after Week 2, but he participated fully in the Chiefs’ latest practice and is not expected to miss Week 3 versus the Giants unless the injury worsens. Gardner Minshew would be the fallback if Mahomes sits. Kansas City's offense remains a high-ceiling option with Mahomes likely to play, while the Week 3 matchup adds a potential risk-reward if the wrist flares up.

With Mahomes’ wrist status in Week 3, should fantasy managers still start him ahead of a top-rotation option?How does the Giants Week 3 matchup influence KC’s potential fantasy ceiling if Mahomes plays?If Mahomes is inactive, who becomes the clear fantasy pivot for Week 3 and why?What waiver-wire strategies should fantasy managers consider in light of this Mahomes wrist update?

Mentions:

https://chiefswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/c..

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