Seahawks opponents, Geno Smith, allegedly displayed an offensive gesture towards Seattle fans during his recent visit to the city.
In a preseason game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field in August 2025, quarterback Geno Smith and defensive end Maxx Crosby were caught on camera making obscene gestures in response to a provocative sign held by a fan. This incident has sparked speculation of potential fines for both players, similar to the $10,128 fine imposed on Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch for a comparable gesture in 2024.
Smith, who was one of the Raiders' game captains, and Crosby, led the team out of the tunnel, with coach Pete Carroll close behind each. The fan, known for regularly sitting in a specific seat and displaying signs directed at the opposing team, held up the sign throughout warmups and during the game.
Smith, who was traded to the Raiders last March, had a positive experience playing at Lumen Field, expressing pleasure with the reception he received from fans. However, the incident in question seems to have soured his experience.
It is worth noting that JaMarcus Russell, the first overall pick of the 2007 draft by the Raiders, also had a tumultuous tenure with the team. Russell played just three seasons with the Raiders, going 7-18 as a starter. Smith, on the other hand, played with the Seahawks from 2019 to 2024.
The Raiders have declined to comment on the incident, according to The Athletic. The NFL's stance on player conduct regarding obscene gestures towards fans generally results in fines, as a means to discourage such conduct and maintain professionalism on the field and sidelines.
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- Despite a positive experience at Lumen Field in the past, quarterback Geno Smith's game against the Seattle Seahawks in 2025 has reportedly been soured due to an incident involving obscene gestures towards a fan, which resonates with a similar fine imposed on Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch in 2024.
- In the same game, defensive end Maxx Crosby, a member of the Raiders, was also seen making obscene gestures, following their exit from the tunnel, leading to potential fines.
- It's interesting to note that Seattle's home Ground, Lumen Field, has a history with the Raiders, as former Raiders player JaMarcus Russell also had a tumultuous tenure with the team during his stint from 2007 to 2010.
- Given the NFL's stance on maintaining professionalism on the field and sidelines, it's likely that both Smith and Crosby may face fines for their actions, as seen in past incidents of similar nature.
