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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 15, 2026 12:22 PM ET

Geno Smith audibled into Braelon Allen's game-winning touchdown run

Frank Reich credited his quarterback's pre-snap read.

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Frank Reich said Geno Smith checked into Braelon Allen's game-winning TD run "Every game, your playmakers need to make Via @nyjets on X

What happened: Frank Reich revealed Thursday that quarterback Geno Smith checked into the play call that produced Braelon Allen's game-winning touchdown run. Reich noted that playmaking extends beyond catches, runs, and blocks to a quarterback reading the defense and adjusting at the line of scrimmage.

Why it matters: The pre-snap adjustment underscores the command Geno Smith brings to the offense in critical late-game situations. Giving Smith autonomy to audible at the line allows the unit to exploit defensive looks directly into Allen's rushing lane.

What to watch: Smith and Allen will look to carry that late-game execution into their next regular-season matchup.

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