Overview
- Smith said after Thursday’s practice that his sore quad is not fully healed but feels a lot better following the Broncos game.
- The 2-7 Raiders host the 3-5-1 Cowboys on Monday night, with local analysis casting the matchup as potentially make-or-break for Smith’s standing.
- Through nine games, Smith has 1,844 passing yards with 11 touchdowns, 12 interceptions, an 81.4 passer rating, and a 34.5 QBR.
- He ranks near the top of negative categories with 12 interceptions, 27 sacks for 186 yards lost, and one of the lowest passer ratings among quarterbacks with at least nine starts.
- Dallas has struggled defensively, ranking 31st in scoring and total defense and near the bottom against the pass, despite recent additions and returns on that side of the ball.