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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith suffered an elbow injury during a 17-16 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 11. Drew Lock replaced him, but the 33-year-old quarterback returned later to finish the game.
After the loss to the Rams, the Seahawks are now 6-4 and are second-placed in the NFC West. They are set to host the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday night football in Week 12.
Given the short turnaround from Sunday, there are doubts about Smith's availability for the game. Will he play on Thursday against the 49ers? What's the latest update on his injury? Let's take a look!
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Geno Smith Injury Update for Fantasy Football
As per the Seahawks' head coach, Pete Carroll, there is no structural issue in Geno Smith's elbow. Fortunately for the team, their quarterback could play on Thursday in the big game against the 49ers.
The team is still fighting for a playoff spot, and their chances depend on Smith's availability. They have a tough run of fixtures up ahead, and getting a positive result at home this week will be crucial.
The 17-16 loss to the Rams could surely hurt them in the long run. However, if Smith continues to play well, they are likely to make a late surge and seal a playoff spot.
Geno Smith Fantasy Football Outlook
In 10 games this season, Geno Smith has thrown for 2,404 yards, 12 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions, for a passer rating of 89.7. He is completing 65.3% of his throws while averaging 240.4 passing yards per game.
Going against the 49ers' defense will not be an easy task for the Seahawks offense. However, Talanoa Hufanga's season-ending ACL injury has created a weak spot in the team's secondary. Smith has played two games against the 49ers in his career and has lost both of them. In those games, he has thrown for 435 yards, with one touchdown and an interception.
Heading into Week 12, Smith has recorded a total of 141.5 total points in standard leagues. He is averaging 14.1 points per game and is currently ranked #19 among QBs by the RotoBaller staff.
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