Cris Carter reacts to the Chiefs dealing Alex Smith to the Washington Redskins | FIRST THINGS FIRST 

What's next for Kirk Cousins?

Watching this in 2023 is crazy

Man this aged perfectly

"The Eagles have a franchise quarterback!". Carson Wentz. LOL.

It's funny when you go back in time, read comments, and realize nobody considered Andy Reid an offensive genius at this point, and nobody thought the offense was 'stacked'. They added a new QB and these narratives appeared to diminish his accomplishments.

I like Alex Smith a lot. He plays smart and has a great arm. Idk why people have a problem with him. He plays with what they give him. The offensive coordinator is who manages the offense not Alex. He does everything well.

Alex Smith is the most underappreciated guy in the NFL. He threw 1 less TD, 8 less picks, only 51 yards less, had a greater Yards per Attempt and a much better QBR and QB Rating than Cousins. Nicks making it seem like the Chiefs are moving on from Brock Osweiler. Alex went to a team that was 2-14 and led us to five winning seasons, 4 playoff appearances and in that last playoff game he threw 3TDs, then Andy Reid started play calling conservatively. In the end its a lateral move that saves the Redskins money.

Alex Smith>>>Kirk Cousin>>>Andy Dalton

Alex Smith had 26 TDs to 5 Ints this year. Idk what you're bitching about Nick. You realize he threw 3 TDs in that playoff game, right? You can't ask for a QB to do more than what he did.

Alex smith ranked first in deep ball accuracy . And made the probowl while going to the playoffs . He had his best year .

Alex Smith is a great guy who did a lot of good in KC. I felt horrible when he suffered such a horrible injury as a Redskin. That being said, looking back at this in 2020 after the Chiefs won Super Bowl LIV with Mahomes, the Chiefs definitely made the right decision.

This is weird to watch 3 and a half years later, knowing Alex is going to shatter his leg. I felt so bad for him, and was so happy when he returned. It sucks his injury basically forced him to retire. Also seeing Mahomes lead the Chiefs to 3 AFC Championship games, 2 Super Bowls, and one championship in 3 years is crazy. The WORST the kid has done is losing the AFC Championship game (because of an offsides call and a coin flip).

Back after Mahomes' third ring. I will make a tradition of revisiting these videos after every one of Patrick Mahomes' milestone.

*I am not a Chiefs fan at all, I'm a Raiders fan, but this Nick Wright says Alex Smith is not as good as Cousins. Based on what criteria? Much respect for Smith as a competitor.*

that a nice looking contract extension right there boy i need that in my life

Sleep on Alex Smith again. Smh. Not a Andy Reid decision. 94 mil though. Good 4 U. Finally got that check book, now all u got to do is have fun and play your game. Maybe u can learn a couple tips from Brady before he's done

I'm a Chiefs fan and I'm so excited yet so nervous all at the same time.

nick doesnt understand that cousins turns the ball over at the worst possible times. obviously he just looks at his numbers and hasnt actually watched the games.

Alex got his money. Not mad at him at all.

People hated on Alex Smith. He improved that team ten fold. They had horrible QBs before he came along.

Lmao shout out to all the people who said trading Alex Smith was a mistake.

They all missed the point and this is coming from an eagles fan. The redskins tried multiple times to lock up kirk cousins with a long term deal. He wouldn't do it so it became clear to them he wasn't going to be there long term so they did what they could to lock up a qb that wanted a deal from them. Kirk cousins is to blame not the skins management

Jenna is underrated, she is actually really HOT!!!

Nick's logic is always backed by facts; stats; and dollars. I don't always agree with him but I hardly ever can't see his logic.

I am proud to say Nick’s take has actually aged well! For once

No excuses for Andy Reid now

These guys don't know shit😂 the white guy only cares about stats. Cousins can't win big games. I'm a huge skins fan. Smith hasn't had the play callers cousins has had. He played under Kyle shanahan and Sean mcvay

Anyone ever notice how when Kareem Hunt went cold during the season, so did Alex? It’s because Alex is a game manager, not a franchise QB. Check down Alex got by with Hunt, Hill and Kelce. Anyone who watches football knows that

J.Grudan is not the GM he didn't make this trade

I'll even take Cuzins in Miami. Still better than Tannahill.

How many QB's go bust, Alex smith is a winner he wins games. I hope Homes is a great QB but i wanted to develop behind a winner like Smith

Warshington....

All you chiefs fans have short term memory before Alex Smith you guys had a horrible run, the last memorable era was priest holmes, Dante hall. Alex Smith made your team relative along with a few other pieces. His play has been way better then alot of quarter backs

I'm a Redskins fan and think that this is a BAD DEAL. It's not because I dislike Smith or think we should have kept Kirk. One of the reasons given by the Redskins front office was that we paid less for Smith so we have more cap room. If that was a big issue, then why not name McCoy as your starter? No, he's not as good as Smith but Smith is how old? I don't buy that at the age of 33 Smith has 4 or 5 years left in him. But it's what we gave up to get Smith and what we have to pay him that I don't like.

Now that Sean Lee broke his hand the Cavs are finished

Cousins to the Jags would be a nastyy deal

Please Football Gods, please, let Denver take Kirk Cousins!!

Andy “Can’t manage a Lead” Reid has no excuses now!?!

Cousin is a choke artist in red zone

RGIII was not a bust. He was just injury ridden

If Steve Porter ever does a remix on Alex Smith...... 3:50 of this video could be a good place to start. 😂 *A A Alex Smith* 😂

Plus, ppl aren't thinking about this..now that are secondary is stacked with Peters, fuller, and berry coming back..we will be able to rush the qb alot more. This season houston was having to drop back into coverage so much it was ridiculous. Now with him being able to pass rush, its gonna help our defense tremendously. Our rushing defense needs to also improve.. We really need to focus on our O-line now tho, and maybe try and add another sure handed receiver to go along with our other explosive receivers.

wins beats stats anyday everyone keeps talking stats with Kirk

Thank you Jenna. Thank you so much. Just keep sitting there and looking pretty.

Alex outplayed Kirk, Wentz and Brady... and you're still hating? How about Alex Smith was the highest rated passer, doesn't give the ball to the other team. The guy was 16TDs and 9 games deep into the season before he threw a pick. Alex is gonna be great for 5 to 6 more years and IS CURRENTLY BETTER THAN KIRK. Grass is always greener man. There is a large part the Chiefs Kingdom that doesn't deserve a great QB... because they don't appreciated him when they have him. I remember fans hating on Trent Green his first season in KC, calling him TrINT, when half of his picks were of receivers hands. The Chiefs were coming off 2-14 when KC traded for Alex. He walks in the door they go 11-5, didn't have a losing season, went to the playoffs 4 out of 5 years, won a playoff game for the first time since Montana and won back to back AFC West titles... for the first time ever!?! That's what winning in the NFL looks like Nick! 31 teams lose every year. All we did was win with Alex, heck, we beat both of the teams that are in the Super Bowl. But for a Knile Davis fumble, KC under Smith has owned the Patriots two out of the last three games. The Knile fumble in the playoffs led to a single score loss. The other two games? 40 Burger beat down wins by the Chiefs ... and we showed him the door. I'm glad Alex got paid and I wish him well. I'm a huge fan of Pat "Magic Mahomes, but what are KC fans gonna do if he throws 10 interceptions and we don't go to the playoffs next year? I'm off the mind that this could be a Bledsoe to Brady-esque transition, talented vet leaving to allow a young star to shine... but if he didn't shine bright right away, what then Chiefs "fans"? Our fan base needs a reality check... and people, like yourself, who say "they are glad Alex Smith is gone"... y'all aren't paying attention. #LetsGoMahomes #GunsUp #GoChiefs

You want numbers, AX7 is the 3rd most winningest QB behind Russel Wilson n Tom Brady, wheres cousins wins at

lol Cris Carter cannot help but interrupt when someone else is talking. Its very annoying

Typical Andy Reid. Doing a core dump. To divert from his bad playoff performance.

I loved Alex but he isn't the problem in KC and as much as I like Mahommes and totally expect another wave of positivity to wash over KC we will still have the same defense, offensive line and head coach. So even if PM becomes the greatest of all time next year we will still have Andy Reid in the playoffs. Mr control freak will have to call the plays and self destruct in the playoffs. Hopefully, Mahommes will still be in one piece after next season after he throws 20 interceptions and suffers 2 concussions while he grows up at QB.

Why does Chris Carter refer to Jay Gruden as being the one who was responsible for not signing Cousins? Gruden probably had no say in this decision what so ever....This was Bruce Allen all over it.

Jay Gruden never wanted him as his QB lol this guy Nick need to stop talking about sports Im a true Skins fan. Jay Gruden never wanted RG3 as his QB but he always wanted Kirk and always had Cousins back and talked great about him when RG3 was there Jay Gruden constantly talked bad about him. Cousins isn’t worth the money he wants I rather Alex Smith

As a Skins fan, I've been focused all day on what might seem like a minor point: I think midseason next year, the Skins are going to be really missing Kendall Fuller. I think they just lost one of the upcoming DBs in the league in Fuller, and, unless they draft a superstar DB, it's going to show.

Good ole Virginia Tech Hokie Kendall Fuller.

In 2016 Kirk had Pierre garçon, de Sean Jackson, and Jordan reed health most of the year tho

Carter is my favorite player ever

*Cleveland should DEFINITELY trade that pick for Cousins and other draft picks. I think Cousins is better than any of those QB's will be.*

The biggest question is where does Kirk Cousins go? His biggest suitors are the Browns, Jets, Jaguars, Bills, Cardinals, and Broncos... where does he land? My guess is either Cleveland or the Jaguars.

No mention of the cards?

Jay Gruden is hands down the most overrated coach in the league. Dude can’t play call his way out of a phone booth

Watch him take the Redskins to a superbowl lmfao

If kirk cousins was n e good, theyd be in the playoffs

I loved this move then. I love this move now. Thank you Alex for helping us get out of the cellar. But you didn’t have what it took to make us great Yes Andy bears responsibility But what do you all think now? Even if we tank in the first game. That only proves that Andy is the only man that can slow down Patrick. We are now an exciting team. A team and a QB to be feared I’ve yet to see one of you so called know it allá apologize The force is strong with this one Obie Wan Mahomie

God bless Alex Smith. I'm happy for him getting a new gig and contract! Always has been a class act here! The Chiefs just needed to go in another direction after the recent playoff dissapoinrment. I wish him well, but now it's time for the Mahomes era in Kc!

Good move for the Skins. It's a reason why the Skins moved on. Cousins had better stats because of the playcalling.

man what a difference a year makes WOW

Watching this now before the season starts. Wow, there we go something I can agree on. I remember very well that Smith lost out to kaepernick on the 49ers squad. I also think the Cheifs had a rather decent team and the redskins well they were not known for much beyond Cousins.

Kirk Cousins is a risk taker/gun slinger who will take the chances necessary to push the ball down the field. Alex Smith plays it safe, doesn't make the mistakes, but won't pull the trigger. I'd take Cousins every time. Give me the guy who will push the ball and stretch the field.

We knew we couldn’t sign Kirk so Alex Smith was the next best option.

Alex Smith lost in the nfc championship game vs ny giants cause kenny Williams son fumble twice kapernick and Smith went to the Superbowl kapernick Smith nfc championship game I say Alex a better qb Kirk is good

Funny everone is happy about this an mahommes has played 1 game

This man said Cleveland tho lmao

I'd sure to have cousins , he's waaaaaay better than all 3 of my QB's combined! - Broncos

People don’t realize if the chiefs had a better defense alex might have two sb rings right now. This year wasnt alex’s fault , neither was the colts debacle? If you go up 20+ points in a playoff game the offense did its job. Losing a 20+ point lead means the defense fell apart.

The Bills or the Broncos are getting Kirk Cousins. They have good defenses. Bills have a run game. Broncos have good wide outs. So that's the place to go imo. Unless the jags or some real contender is ready to part ways with their QB.

Be careful what you wish for.

Cousins should come to MN

I’m thrilled he’s the Washington QB. Hope he takes them to the playoffs.

As a Redskins fan I'll tell you guys in a year if it was a good trade or not because I honestly just can't tell...Also I was the biggest Kirk Cousins supporter

You know how it felt CC With Ryan letting you go because “all you catch is touchdowns” then you flourish somewhere else 🤔

I've never undestood why Smith is criticized so much. When they called him a game manager it was due to play calling. This year when the offense opened up, he was really good and then Reid started going back to dink and dunk, so Smith did too. Smith is accurate, can scramble and can handle complicated offenses. I wish hi well

These guys have no idea what they are talking about. Jay has been completely sold on Kirk Cousins from day one. He is the one who benched Robert to start Kirk. All the issues here are about Bruce Allen. He is the one who made the decisions about this - not Jay. So as soon as they make the statements that Jay s not sold on Kirk they lose all credibility. Bruce Allen has been antagonistic with Kirk's agent and is the one who made the decision to let both Jackson and Garcon go. Jay wanted to keep at least one. Bruce owns this completely.

4 years age difference in sports is alot. Kinda reminds me of the P.K. Subban Shea Weber trade. Weber is 4 years older. If Cousins signs in Denver it will be interesting.

They forgot this was a move to sure up the QB position. Redskins publically announced they offered Cousins a long-term deal and he didn't take it. Cousins was smart in getting the most money for himself by taking the franchise tag each year and put up good numbers to drive his price up. This was a business move on the redskins part to not put all their money in one basket because they have other needs besides the QB position. I think it's an ok move on both parties. Cousins gets a lot of money, Skins got a stable QB for less to address other needs on the team.

I'm not an expert in player personnel but this seems like a lateral move imo.

Kirk cousins definitely has more really good years ahead of him than smith. It was a bad trade

I liked Alex Smith, but I think the bigger issue was Andy Reid. As for Alex Smith, from the CHIEFS to the REDSKINS. Think about that one for a minute.

They never talk about how many interceptions Kirk throws

Alex Smith is a winner. His TD to interception ratio in the playoffs is amazing. It’s not his fault that the colts and Titans in the playoffs won the games.

I don't even know how you can complain about having a quarter back like Alex Smith

Had no idea Nick Wright was from KC...

I totally understand and agree with everything Washington has done. Alex Smith is gonna keep Washington in the playoffs and possibly more if they build this team the right way. I actually think Jay's a better passing coach then Andy Reid and can get more from Smith then Cousins. Also they're building a good Defense in Washington too. Keep in mind that Smith signed for way less then Philly and Dallas and even N.Y will eventually have to pay their Quarterbacks in the future so I love the moves made by Washington. Also I watched the game films over and over again and Smith is a much better Quarterback then Cousins will be in Minnesota.

"Warshington"

What's up, Nick Wright. I'm an old "friend" from KC during the time you were on 610 Sports radio here. You still owe me lunch, by the way. It was an old bet we made about a MU Tigers' O-lineman that the Chiefs drafted awhile back. You bet me that he would be starting for the Chiefs, and you lost. Funny thing is, I don't even remember the guy's name. LOL! Anyway, you were spot on with this Alex Smith deal. It was a terrible trade for the Redskins, and I've said so since the day the news broke. Smith is a good dude, and I wish him well, but he was NEVER a good QB in KC. He has/had no shot to be any better in Washington. Chiefs took the Skins to the shed on this one. Keep up the good work, my guy.

Careful what you wish for, Nick Wright. Mahomes has proven nothing.

How is ESPN still on the air? Their commentary is a complete joke. Compared to the NFL network they are like a local cable access channel at 2 in the morning...

I think at the end of next year, the patriots should make a play for Alex Smith to be the backup and heir to the Patriots, if you look at the show, that showed you behind the scenes of his life, he really wants it, 2 years with Brady and the patriots learning the system when Brady 44-45 Smith can take over.

Kirk to Jaguars would be awesome to see

The young lady often makes the most sense at times.

Nick Wright, quintessential second guessing decisions 6:52. What Cousins did was put up great numbers but could not run a 2 minute offense without a turnover or a sack that ended the chance of winning the game before the they had a chance at the win. And he was consistent in doing that. Yeah, Skinz weren't sold on Cousins, but there decision to franchise him meant they were going to give him a chance to fix his 2 minute issues. My thoughts on Alex Smith was a a conservative QB. So they went for a guy who protects the ball. But looking at the stats they showed, his numbers look quite comparable to Cousins as far as production. I'm looking forward to week 3 this season. The first 2 weeks of the season is still relatively preseason games but by week 3, the teams are usually at their prime. I hope our skilled players can produce cuz I think Alex doesn't have dumb decisions.

The only places I see cousins is going is Denver or Jacksonville