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Geno Smith Downplays Viral ‘Big Bucks’ Outburst at Youth Football Event

He said the exchange was playful regional banter after videos of him referencing his $75 million Raiders contract topped one million views

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During a youth football event, Raiders QB Geno Smith engaged in a verbal spat over trash talk, emphasizing his high salary. (Photo by Ethan Miller / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

Overview

  • Smith repeatedly yelled “that’s why they pay me the big bucks” while coaching South Florida Express in a June 29 youth football game against Raw Miami
  • An X video posted by analyst Dov Kleiman surpassed one million views by Sunday, driving widespread media attention
  • Footage showed security restraining Smith but confirmed there was no physical altercation during the heated exchange
  • On June 30, Smith tweeted that the outburst was fun regional banter and criticized clicks and negativity for overshadowing the event
  • The Raiders and NFL have announced no disciplinary measures as coverage shifts toward Smith’s leadership and performance for the 2025 season