Nearly a week after the Seahawks dealt Geno Smith, general manager John Schneider explained how the trade unfolded.

As the Seahawks introduced Sam Darnold as their new quarterback Thursday, the details of why Geno Smith is now with the Raiders were explained.

GM John Schneider thought he could resolve DK Metcalf's trade request, while it was "pretty evident" Geno Smith and Seattle were far apart.