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Geno Smith Throws Three Interceptions as Raiders Fall to Chargers 20-9 in Home Opener

The opening-play pick set the tone for a turnover-heavy night in Pete Carroll’s first game at Allegiant Stadium.

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Sep 15, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Cam Hart (20), Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley (0) and Los Angeles Chargers safety Alohi Gilman (32) during the second quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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Sep 15, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) drops back to pass during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Smith’s first pass was tipped by safety Alohi Gilman and intercepted by Daiyan Henley, setting up a Cameron Dicker field goal.
  • Las Vegas lost 20-9 to Los Angeles as the offense failed to finish drives after the early turnover.
  • Smith finished 24-of-43 for 180 yards with no touchdowns and three interceptions in a difficult outing.
  • The letdown followed a record-setting Raiders debut in Week 1, when Smith threw for 362 yards in a 20-13 win at New England.
  • The Raiders entered 2025 with a reset under coach Pete Carroll and a two-year, $85.5 million extension for Smith, intensifying scrutiny after the setback.