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Jets Lose 38-33 to Raiders as Geno Smith’s Big Throws Fall Short

The offense produced unusually large downfield plays but failed to finish drives, a performance that deepens questions about the quarterback spot and sets up a tough road test next week in Kansas City.

Overview

  • The Jets were defeated 38-33 by the Las Vegas Raiders after a late Geno Smith interception ended New York’s comeback bid.
  • Geno Smith completed 20 of 32 passes for 290 yards and two touchdowns while throwing one interception that sealed the loss.
  • New York converted only 2 of 6 red-zone trips, a shortcoming reporters identified as the decisive difference in the final score.
  • The offense showed an aggressive downfield profile with a team average depth of target of 15.58 yards and big games from running back Braelon Allen and receiver Adonai Mitchell.
  • The result renewed public debate over the Jets’ quarterback situation and leaves the team facing a key road matchup at Kansas City next week for further evaluation.