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Raiders’ Powers-Johnson Out ‘For a While’ With Ankle Injury as Geno Smith Returns From Leg Scare

Pete Carroll signaled a multi-week absence for the rookie, underscoring the Raiders’ thinning protection.

Head coach Pete Carroll of the Las Vegas Raiders reacts against the Denver Broncos during the fourth quarter in the game at Empower Field At Mile High on November 06, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.
Geno Smith #7 of the Las Vegas Raiders is looked over on the field after a play against Denver Broncos
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Overview

  • Jackson Powers-Johnson rolled his left ankle in the second quarter at Denver, was carted to the locker room and was ruled out; Pete Carroll said he will be out “for a while.”
  • Alex Cappa replaced Powers-Johnson at right guard, while left guard Dylan Parham exited with a reported high-ankle sprain and was listed as questionable.
  • Geno Smith was evaluated in the medical tent for a leg issue, returned to the game and was later described by Carroll as having a thigh bruise not expected to sideline him.
  • Kenny Pickett briefly entered at quarterback during Smith’s evaluation, with USA TODAY noting Aidan O’Connell remains on injured reserve.
  • Las Vegas’ ground game dipped after Powers-Johnson left, falling from 43 yards on 10 carries before his exit to 1 yard on four carries for the rest of the half.