Geno Smith’s offseason has taken another unwelcome turn.
The New York Jets quarterback was stopped by the Davie Police Department in Florida on July 6 and cited for driving 70 mph in a 45 mph zone while behind the wheel of a 2025 silver Aston Martin. He was also ticketed for failing to produce his driver’s license, which led to $400 in fines.
On its own, that kind of traffic stop might have faded quickly into the offseason background. Instead, it lands as Smith’s third police encounter in three months, adding more attention to a stretch that has already put him under a brighter spotlight than the Jets would like heading toward training camp.
The latest stop comes after a contentious traffic dispute in March and amid a more serious matter: an active police investigation tied to battery allegations from June.
Those allegations trace back to a 911 call placed on June 21 by a woman who identified herself as Smith’s ex-girlfriend, “Kristen.” The call came about an hour after the alleged incident at Smith’s Davie, Florida mansion.
She accused Smith not only of assault, but also of breaking her laptop and taking money from her car. She also told authorities that home surveillance cameras may have recorded the incident, and said she believed Smith may have deleted them.
The woman told dispatchers she did not need medical treatment. Police did not make any arrests and initially said the investigation was closed, but later reversed course and said they were continuing to look into the matter. Smith has not been charged with any crime.
As the situation remains unresolved, both Smith and the Jets have declined to comment. The NFL has acknowledged the matter as well, with a league spokesperson saying they are aware and in contact with the Jets, though no further details were provided.
Smith is in his second stint with the Jets. He entered the league as a second-round pick by New York in 2013 and returned this March in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders.
He is expected to lead the Jets’ offense and help drive a rebuild as the team keeps chasing its first playoff berth since 2010.
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