Seahawks QB Geno Smith avoids time off for injuries

According to a report from ESPN on Friday, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith is not expected to miss any playing time due to knee and hip injuries. Tests did not reveal any serious damage. Smith was sidelined during the team’s walk-through on Wednesday and observed practice on Thursday. Head coach Mike Macdonald mentioned that Smith has been dealing with some issues from a previous day. In Smith’s absence, Sam Howell, acquired during the offseason in a trade with the Washington Commanders, took first-team reps on Wednesday and Thursday. PJ Walker, a former Carolina Panthers quarterback, is Seattle’s third-string QB. Last season, Smith, aged 33, had a completion rate of 64.7% with 3,624 yards, 20 touchdowns, and nine interceptions in 15 games. He was also selected for his second consecutive Pro Bowl last season. –Field Level Media