Raiders QB Geno Smith injures shoulder vs. Broncos and is replaced by Kenny Pickett

By Canadian Press on December 7, 2025.

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith suffered a right shoulder injury against the Denver Broncos on Sunday and was replaced by Kenny Pickett at the start of the fourth quarter.

The Raiders initially said Smith was questionable to return and then ruled him out late in the game. He was 13 of 21 for 116 yards with one touchdown.

Trainers were also seen working on Smith’s right hand before his final series.

Pickett previously appeared in two games this season, at Kansas City and at Denver.

The Raiders also lost defensive back Kyu Blu Kelly, who was carted off the field in the first half, and tight end Ian Thomas early in the fourth.

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W.g. Ramirez, The Associated Press