Frank Reich Puts Jets QB Geno Smith in Elite Company With Stunning Praise

Geno Smith's return to the New York Jets, where he was originally drafted 13 years ago, has been met with remarkable praise from the team's new offensive coordinator, Frank Reich. Reich, a former NFL quarterback, is putting Smith in elite company, stating that only a few players in the league have the kind of throwing mechanics that Smith exhibits.

Reich describes Smith's mechanics as "pure" and notes that the quarterback appears to be in his prime physically, despite the fact that he is 35 years old. This high praise comes despite Smith's underwhelming 2023 season with the Las Vegas Raiders, during which he threw for just 3,025 yards and 19 touchdowns while leading the league with 17 interceptions.

In contrast to his current performance, Reich reminisces about Smith's breakout 2022 season with the Seattle Seahawks, when he set NFL records for passing yards (4,282), touchdowns (30), and completion percentage (69.8%). He also won the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award and was selected to his first Pro Bowl. The Jets have assembled a strong offensive unit around Smith, featuring veterans like former starter Ryan Fitzpatrick, Sam Darnold, Joe Flacco, Zach Wilson, and rookie Geno Smith.

With this talent and Reich's high praise, the Jets have high hopes that Smith can recapture some of his 2022 form and lead the team to surprising success this season.