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Wendy’s Restaurant Offers Starting NFL QB Job After Being Cut, Yes This Is Real (Look)

Wendy’s: Geno Smith, the veteran NFL quarterback and former Pro Bowler, received an unexpected career pivot suggestion just hours after news broke that the Las Vegas Raiders plan to release him, barring a trade before the new league year.

In a playful reply to Smith’s emotional “God is the GREATEST THANK U LORD” post on X following Adam Schefter’s report, the official Wendy’s account jumped in with a cheeky job offer.

The chosen candidate won’t just sample fries — they’ll help craft Wendy’s online persona, filming vlog-style taste tests and sounding off on food trends. In other words: less spreadsheets, more burger commentary.SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images

Geno Smith Gets Hilarious Wendy’s Job Offer After Raiders Release: “Chief Tasting Officer” Role on the Table

“@GenoSmith3 in case things don’t work out in free agency we’re looking for a Chief Tasting Officer…”

The tongue-in-cheek tweet quickly went viral, turning the somber moment of Smith’s release into a lighthearted meme across social media. Fans flooded the replies with laughing emojis, photoshopped images of Smith in a Wendy’s visor, and jokes about him “spicy-nuggeting” his way through free agency. The fast-food chain’s social media team has a long history of savage, witty responses, and this one landed perfectly amid the quarterback’s uncertain NFL future.

The Raiders’ decision to move on from Geno Smith—despite his two-year, $75 million extension signed last spring—frees up $8 million in cap space while leaving $18.5 million in dead money on the books. Smith, who started the 2025 season for Las Vegas after being acquired from the Seattle Seahawks, struggled in a transitional year for a team that finished with only three wins. With the Raiders holding the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and widely expected to select a franchise quarterback prospect, Smith’s release signals a full reset at the position.

Dec 21, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) signals before a snap against the Houston Texans during the third quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

At 35, Smith remains a capable veteran with Pro Bowl experience and leadership qualities that could attract teams needing a bridge starter, reliable backup, or competition. Early buzz has linked him to clubs like the New York Jets, who are actively searching for quarterback options this offseason. Whether he lands another NFL deal or not, Wendy’s has already staked its claim as his potential “Plan B.” Here is the official post:

.@GenoSmith3 in case things don’t work out in free agency we’re looking for a Chief Tasting Officer… https://t.co/R50Xug0gT5

— Wendy’s (@Wendys) March 6, 2026

For now, the internet is loving the idea of Geno Smith trading cleats for a spatula, with fans speculating he’d be the ultimate taste-tester for the chain’s latest Frosty flavors or spicy chicken sandwiches. In the unpredictable world of NFL free agency, at least one employer is ready to welcome him with open arms—and maybe a free Frosty.

Stay tuned for updates on Geno Smith’s next NFL landing spot, Las Vegas Raiders quarterback plans, and whether the Chief Tasting Officer position at Wendy’s becomes a legitimate offer.