Geno Smith delivered a sharp response after Wendy’s joked about his future on social media following reports of his expected release from the Las Vegas Raiders.
The exchange began after news surfaced that the Raidersplanned to move on from the 35-year-old quarterback as the new NFL league year approached. Wendy’s official account on X quickly joined the conversation with a tongue-in-cheek message aimed at Smith.
Raiders quarterback Geno Smith
Dec 28, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) looks to throw in the first quarter against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The companywrote, “@GenoSmith3 in case things don’t work out in free agency we’re looking for a Chief Tasting Officer.” The post spread quickly across social media and drew reactions from many NFL fans.
.@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
Smith did not ignore the jab. He responded directly with a pointed message, showing he was not amused by the fast-food chain’s humor. “Get ya cheese up 1st,” Smithwrote on X while sharing a screenshot of an article about Wendy’s declining sales.
Get ya cheese up 1st https://t.co/alEBExZ5MA pic.twitter.com/b4LKXDdtKN
— Geno (@GenoSmith3) March 6, 2026
The post quickly gained attention online as fans followed the unexpected back-and-forth between a veteran quarterback and a global fast-food brand.
The quarterback then continued his criticism in another message, pushing the exchange further into viral territory. Smithwrote, “Out here selling poison trying to get jokes off on Twitter. Society in shambles.” The comment added a serious tone to the conversation and showed the player had little interest in playing along with the joke.
Out here selling poison trying to get jokes off on twitter
Society in shambles
— Geno (@GenoSmith3) March 6, 2026
The unusual social media moment came during a difficult time in Smith’s career. The Raiders are expected to release him after a disappointing season that included 3,025 passing yards, 19 touchdowns and 17 interceptions. The move would clear cap space for the franchise but leave significant dead money on the team’s books.
Smith still carries a strong reputation from earlier seasons. He won the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award in 2022 after a standout campaign with the Seattle Seahawks. His revival story made him one of the league’s most talked about quarterbacks at the time.
For now, the online spat has become one of the more unusual NFL stories of the week. A quarterback facing free agency traded jokes and criticism with a burger chain. Fans on social media reacted with memes and mixed opinions. Some praised Smith for standing up for himself. Others enjoyed Wendy’s playful marketing.
Smith’s next team remains uncertain. His message on social media made one thing clear. A career in fast food does not appear to be part of the plan.
Steelers target veteran Geno Smith as quarterback solution
The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking for a new quarterback for the 2026 season. They are looking at Geno Smith. Smith played for the Las Vegas Raiders last year. He had a difficult season with 17 interceptions. He also went down for 55 sacks because his blockers were weak.
Experts expect the Steelers to offer him a one-year, $10 million deal. This move would let Smith play with receiver DK Metcalf again. Smith is 35 years old now. He has a strong arm and a fast release. The team needs a leader because Aaron Rodgers might retire soon. Smith is a low-risk choice to help the team win games right away.