There was a time in Smith's career when he was best known as someone who didn't live up to expectations as a 2013 second-round draft pick for the New York Jets. He then bounced around to the New York Giants and Los Angeles Chargers before joining the Seahawks as a backup.

Pete Carroll said he remained close with Geno Smith, which helped sow the seeds for the eventual trade with the Seahawks. Here's what he said at Monday's NFL meetings.

"Smith is in the final year of a three-year contract he signed with the Seattle Seahawks in 2023," Reed wrote. "Although he was paid a $16 million roster bonus on March 16, none of his $14.8 million salary for 2025 is guaranteed. It’s unlikely that Smith would play without a new deal, according to league sources."