Tom Brady's message to Geno Smith of the Las Vegas Raiders following their victory over the Patriots
The Las Vegas Raiders kicked off their new era under the guidance of head coach Pete Carroll with a thrilling 20-13 victory over the New England Patriots. In his debut, Geno Smith, the new quarterback for the Raiders, delivered a solid performance, completing 24 out of 34 attempts and setting a new franchise record for most passing yards in a debut with 362 yards.
Smith's impressive outing did not go unnoticed, as he received the game ball from Carroll to mark his first win as the Raiders' head coach. Notably, Tom Brady, the legendary quarterback, texted a short and meaningful message to Smith after the game, suggesting that the Raiders must keep pushing for a dream they haven't reached since Super Bowl XVIII in 1983.
Carroll praised his players for their effort in the game, downplaying his milestone win by saying Smith had a regular game. Smith himself acknowledged his performance, admitting one touchdown and one interception in his Raiders debut.
The Raiders' defense also shone in the game, sacking Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye four times. Maxx Crosby, Tyree Wilson, Jonah Laulu, and Malcolm Koonce were the standout players, contributing to the four sacks.
The victory was a promising start for the Raiders, who showed signs that this season could be different with Carroll bringing energy from the sidelines and Smith delivering through the air. The message Tom Brady sent to Smith was simple yet motivational: "Good game. Get ready for the next one."
It's worth noting that Pete Carroll, at 73 years and 357 days, became the oldest head coach in NFL history. However, age seems to be just a number for Carroll, who continues to inspire and lead his team with passion and determination.
Jerry Rice, the NFL legend, did not play for the Las Vegas Raiders during his prime years. Rice played for the San Francisco 49ers, winning three Super Bowl championships and setting many NFL records with the team from 1985 to 2000. Nevertheless, the Raiders are hoping to create their own history under Carroll's leadership, starting with this exciting win against the Patriots.
