Seahawks QB Geno Smith Exits Loss to Packers with Knee Injury
Smith Leaves Game in Third Quarter
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith suffered a knee injury in the third quarter of their 27-17 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at Lambeau Field. Smith was injured on a scramble and was replaced by Drew Lock for the remainder of the game.
The Seahawks announced that Smith has a hyperextended knee and will undergo further evaluation on Monday. The severity of the injury is currently unknown, but Smith is considered day-to-day.
Lock Enters in Relief
With Smith sidelined, Lock entered the game and completed 10 of 15 passes for 101 yards and a touchdown. He also rushed for 23 yards on three attempts.
Lock led the Seahawks on a touchdown drive on his first possession, but the Packers responded with a touchdown of their own to take a 14-10 lead. Lock threw an interception in the fourth quarter that was returned for a touchdown, effectively ending the game.
Seahawks Struggles Continue
The loss to the Packers was the Seahawks’ fourth straight defeat and dropped their record to 3-6 on the season. Seattle has been struggling offensively in recent weeks, averaging just 14.5 points per game in their last four contests.
The Seahawks will host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next Sunday at Lumen Field. It is unclear if Smith will be available to play in that game.
Smith’s Injury a Major Blow
Smith’s injury is a major blow to the Seahawks’ hopes of making a playoff run this season. Smith has been a revelation for Seattle in 2022, completing 67.9% of his passes for 1,942 yards and 13 touchdowns with just three interceptions.
If Smith is forced to miss any significant time, the Seahawks will have to rely on Lock, who has just 10 career starts in the NFL. Lock has shown some promise in limited action this season, but he is still relatively inexperienced and has a tendency to make mistakes.
Conclusion
Geno Smith’s knee injury is a major concern for the Seahawks. Smith has been one of the most consistent quarterbacks in the NFL this season, and his absence would be a major blow to Seattle’s playoff hopes. The Seahawks will need to hope that Smith’s injury is not serious and that he can return to the field soon.