Posted on Jan 06
Geno Smith leads Seahawks to victory, hits contract escalators worth $6 million
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Geno Smith earns $6 million in contract escalators with the Seattle Seahawks.
Why it matters: Smith's performance in the season finale triggered three contract escalators, resulting in a significant increase in his earnings.
What's new: Geno Smith achieved all three requirements for the escalators, including surpassing 4,282 passing yards and maintaining a completion rate of at least 69.7555%. He finished the season with 4,320 passing yards and a 70.4% completion rate.
Yes, but: Despite his impressive performance in the game, Smith expressed his focus on winning rather than the contract escalators.
- Geno Smith on his focus during the game: "I was just trying to win."
What to watch: Smith's outstanding performance could potentially impact his future with the Seahawks and their plans for the quarterback position.
The bottom line: Geno Smith's excellent performance in the season finale not only contributed to a victory but also earned him $6 million in contract escalators. His dedication to winning and focus on the game were apparent throughout the week, garnering praise from Coach Mike Macdonald. As negotiations and potential contract extensions loom, Smith prefers to keep discussions internal and commends offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb for his coaching abilities.