If anyone is concerned about Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith losing his “edge” after being paid a handsome extension, which will exponentially increase his lifetime NFL earnings, they should pay attention to how Smith is acting this offseason.
Smith has spoken at length about how he is not going to lose the chip on his shoulder, as well as discussing how he still welcomes competition even though he is slated to be the starter in the fall. Not to mention his workout videos shared online.
It seems Smith’s attitude about keeping his edge and staying focused, refusing to let newfound wealth sink him into complacency, is being noticed. When asked about his quarterback, head coach Pete Carroll had nothing but praise. From John Boyle at Seahawks.com:
“He is so determined, he’s got his eye on the ball the whole way now. He has been so consistent and available, and the messaging is so solid, it’s like, everyone needs to come along with him, he’s going. It has just been such a remarkable thing to watch the way he’s taken over the opportunity and how he commanded it so well last year. Then he has handled the success and the Pro Bowl and the offseason and the hype and all of that, and how he has answered it is with great work.”
If this does not get you confident in Smith moving forward, I’m not sure what will.
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