Geno Smith is lighting up the league for the New York Jets, getting ranked No. 11 out of all 32 NFL quarterbacks by Garrett Podell of CBS Sports, a move that’s got everyone doing a double-take at his former Seattle form. After an “off season” with the Raiders, Smith is clearly back on track and impressing on the field, echoing the “Pro Bowl prime” we saw here in the Emerald City.
The Numbers Don’t Lie: Geno’s Return to Form
Podell’s rankings are designed to tell the story of a quarterback’s rise or fall, and right now, Geno is soaring. This ranking isn’t just some gut feeling, either. We’re talking hard numbers that scream elite performance. In Week 3, against the Detroit Lions, Smith was slinging it for 321 yards and three passing touchdowns, completing an insane 31 of 37 passes in a narrow 31-24 defeat. Seriously, those are some crisp throws. But wait, there’s more: he’s currently No. 1 in the entire NFL in completion percentage at a staggering 75.5%. And if that wasn’t enough, he ranks fifth in passer rating with a strong 110.0. These are the kinds of stats that made him a Pro Bowler back in his Seahawks days, and it’s awesome to see him dialing it up again.
Jets Making Moves (Finally!)
It’s still early, but this kind of play from Smith is exactly what the Jets needed. They’re sitting at 1-2 going into Week 4, which might not sound stellar, but it’s a major improvement compared to last season when it took them weeks to even get a single win. Having a QB playing at Geno’s level, especially after an “off season” with the Raiders, clearly makes a difference. Podell even noted that “Quarterbacking is now an old man’s game in the NFL,” which makes sense when you look at other vets still out there. Geno’s trending in the right direction at the perfect time for the Jets, and it’s a testament to his resilience.
It’s early in the season, but Geno’s trajectory is clear. He’s showing that consistency, and for anyone who watched him in Seattle, it’s a familiar sight. Can he keep it rolling for the Jets and solidify his spot among the league’s elite? We’ll be watching to see if this “Pro Bowl prime” is here to stay.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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