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Raiders Sink to 2-8 as Geno Smith Takes Blame, Pete Carroll Backs QB

Reports highlight coaching pressure alongside a front office seen as safe.

Overview

  • Las Vegas lost 33-16 to Dallas on Monday night, marking a fourth straight defeat and dropping the Raiders to 2-8.
  • Geno Smith rejected play-calling as the issue and said to “blame it on me,” finishing 27-of-42 for 238 yards with one touchdown and one interception.
  • Pete Carroll said he influenced the offensive plan, prioritized moving the ball over run-pass balance, and publicly reaffirmed his belief in Smith.
  • The Raiders mustered only 27 rushing yards as rookie Ashton Jeanty had six carries for seven yards, later noting, “I don’t call the plays.”
  • Multiple outlets report Pete Carroll and OC Chip Kelly could be in jeopardy after the season, while the front office is portrayed as relatively secure; Maxx Crosby urged accountability after the loss.