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Up to 70% Off + Extra 20% Off Select Styles

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For many of us, our New Year‘s style resolution is to only buy items with 100% natural fibers. Sadly, it’s a tricky resolution to tackle. Whether it’s the overwhelming amount of fast fashion brands or the greenwashing in the industry, finding the right sustainable and ethical retailer is difficult. Especially if you don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on a sweater. That’s why we have to jump on the killer sales when you find the right brand!

Lucky for us, Everlane‘s a stellar End-Of-The-Year Sale going on right now. For a limited time, get up to 70% off select styles with an additional 20% off at checkout—that’s a combination of up to 90% off, BTW! The brand, beloved for its elevated basics, sustainable materials, and ethical manufacturing, is usually well over $150. 

We’ve done the hard work for you and picked the coziest and most stylish tailored jeans, cashmere sweaters, oversized wool blazers, and more from Everlane’s End-Of-Year Sale. These styles won’t stay in stock for long, either—plenty of sizes and shades are selling out as we type. 

NOW Foods Supplements, Collagen Peptides Powder, Clinically Tested, Joint and Bone Health*, 8-Ounce

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Price: $21.99 - $16.93
(as of Dec 31, 2025 11:54:09 UTC – Details)


Promotes Healthy Skin* Clinically Tested Collagen peptides from types 1 and 3 bovine collagen are well-known for their roles in bone, joint and skin health.* As the most abundant protein in mammals, collagen makes up about 30% of the body’s protein. Studies indicate that hydrolyzed collagen may help to support strong bones and healthy joints as well as skin smoothness and hydration.* Natural color variation may occur in this product. This product is sold by weight not volume.
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 3.45 x 3.4 x 6.55 inches; 10.23 ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 3086
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 26, 2018
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ NOW Sports – Nutrition and Wellness
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07JQJPPYH
Best Sellers Rank: #53,475 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #469 in Collagen Supplements
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Collagen peptides from types 1 and 3 bovine collagen are well-known for their roles in bone, joint and skin health.
As the most abundant protein in mammals, collagen makes up about 30% of the body’s protein.
Studies indicate that hydrolyzed collagen may help to support strong bones and healthy joints as well as skin smoothness and hydration.
Non-GMO
A Dietary Supplement

Customers say

Customers find the collagen supplement easy to use and appreciate its quality, noting it dissolves quickly without clumping and mixes well in smoothies. They report positive effects on skin and nails, with one customer specifically mentioning improved skin appearance. The taste receives mixed feedback, with some finding it tasteless while others say it tastes awful. The bottle capacity receives criticism, with customers noting it’s hardly 2/3 full, and pain levels show mixed results.

Transfer rumors, news: Cancelo back on Barcelona’s radar

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Former Barcelona loanee João Cancelo is once again in the sights of the LaLiga champions, while Manchester United target Yan Diomande is wanted by Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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TOP STORIES

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Sources: City in advanced talks for Bournemouth’s Semenyo

TRENDING RUMORS

– Barcelona have made contact for Al Hilal wing-back João Cancelo, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 31-year-old is set to leave the Saudi Pro League side during the transfer window following a fallout with manager Simone Inzaghi, with Cancelo not expected to be registered for competitions in the second half of the campaign. The Blaugrana could face competition from Juventus and Internazionale, who have also enquired regarding a loan deal. Cancelo has made just six appearances across all competitions this season.

– Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain are set to challenge Manchester United for the signature of RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, Sky Sports reports. The Red Devils could accelerate in their pursuit of the 19-year-old if other clubs make a move for him in January after looking to have missed out on Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo. An offer worth up to £62m would be required to land Diomande, who is currently representing Ivory Coast at the Africa Cup of Nations.

– Multiple clubs are tracking Manchester City attacking midfielder Bernardo Silva. Calciomercato reports that Juventus and AC Milan are interested in the 31-year-old, who has also been linked with a switch to Barcelona, while clubs in Saudi Arabia could also make a move for him. Silva is in the final year of his contract at the Etihad Stadium, where he arrived from AS Monaco in the summer of 2017.

Real Madrid have stepped up their pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi, reports Diario AS. Los Blancos have reportedly expressed their interest in the 25-year-old, and they are set to begin negotiations for him on Thursday when the transfer market opens. The LaLiga club are believed to also have Liverpool‘s Ibrahima Konaté, 26, and Bayern Munich’s Dayot Upamecano, 27, on their shortlist as potential alternatives. Meanwhile, the Reds remain keen on Guéhi after narrowly missing out on securing a deal for him over the summer.

– A move for Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande is being weighed up by Paris Saint-Germain, according to A Bola. It is said that the Liga Portugal side, who could be open to parting ways with him next summer, are set to stand firm over their valuation of the 22-year-old, and they will dismiss all offers that “fall short” of the €80m release clause that is expected to be included in a planned contract extension.

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OTHER RUMORS

– Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring the situation of Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche, who impressed when he faced Thomas Frank’s side in the Champions League this season. (Daily Mail)

Brahim Diaz has a new contract agreed at Real Madrid for “several more years” with the playmaker’s deal due to expire in 2027. (Marca)

– Al Hilal are hopeful of renewing the contract of midfielder Ruben Neves amid interest from Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and Atlético Madrid. (Diario AS)

– Plans have been set in place by Napoli to sign on-loan Manchester United striker Rasmus Højlund on a permanent deal by activating the €44m option clause. (Nicolo Schira)

– Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka has been offered to Napoli. (Nicolo Schira)

– Real Madrid have no plans to consider loan offers in January for either attacking midfielder Franco Mastantuono or striker Gonzalo Garcia. (Fabrizio Romano)

– Manchester City defender Nathan Aké has turned down a move to West Ham. (talkSPORT)

– Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali remains on the radar of Juventus, who are lining up a move for the summer. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

– Newcastle are alongside Borussia Dortmund in the race for Manchester City winger Oscar Bobb. (Daily Mail)

– West Ham are set to make an offer to sign Wolves striker Jorgen Strand Larsen. (The Guardian)

– AC Milan have made a proposal to sign Santos left-back Souza. (Diario AS)

– OGC Nice have agreed a deal to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Elye Wahi. (Foot Mercato)

– Juventus are looking at West Ham midfielder Guido Rodriguez. (Sky Sports)

– Enquiries have been made by Leeds and West Ham to Lazio regarding striker Valentin Castellanos. He is also on the radar of Flamengo. (Nicolo Schira)

– FC Porto and Sporting CP are keen on West Ham winger Luis Guilherme. (TEAMtalk)

– Wolves midfielder Marshall Munetsi is on the radar of Paris FC, Nantes, and OGC Nice. (Foot Mercato)

– An offer for Juventus goalkeeper Mattia Perin from Genoa has been dismissed. (Fabrizio Romano)

– Multiple teams in Europe are interested in West Ham striker Callum Marshall. (Daily Telegraph)

John Calipari critical of adding pro players to college game

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Without new rules to stop teams from adding players with professional experience to their rosters, the value of American high school players will rapidly decrease, John Calipari said in a postgame rant about the state of the sport Monday night.

In a six-minute response about college basketball, days after Baylor announced the addition of former NBA draft pick James Nnaji to its roster, Calipari said the sport’s youngest talents will suffer if players who’ve played professionally — domestically or internationally — are allowed to compete.

“Does anybody care what this is doing for 17- and 18-year-old American kids? Do you know what this opportunity has done for them and their families? There aren’t going to be any high school kids,” Calipari said after Arkansas’ 103-74 win over James Madison. “Who other than dumb people like me are going to recruit high school kids? I get so much satisfaction out of coaching young kids and seeing them grow and make it — and their family and life changes — that I’m going to keep doing it. But why would anybody else, if you can get NBA players, G League players, guys that are 28 years old, guys from Europe? Do we really know their transcript? Do we have somebody over there? Do we really know their birth certificate or don’t we?

“We’ve got no rules.”

Both Louisville (London Johnson) and Santa Clara (Thierry Darlan) recently signed players with G League experience to their rosters, but Nnaji — a 7-foot center who played professional overseas after he was drafted 31st in the 2023 NBA draft — is the first drafted player to get cleared to play by the NCAA.

While Scott Drew defended his decision to add Nnaji and said he’s “happy” he was allowed to play, UConn’s Dan Hurley, Gonzaga’s Mark Few and Michigan State’s Tom Izzo were all critical of the rules that allowed it to happen.

“Now we’re taking guys that were drafted in the NBA,” Izzo said. “If that’s what we’re going to do, shame on the NCAA. Shame on the coaches, too. But shame on the NCAA. Because coaches are going to do what they’ve got to do, I guess.”

Calipari expounded on those sentiments Monday. He listed a set of proposed rules that he believes could stabilize the sport, including four years of eligibility in a five-year window for every athlete and the elimination of all midseason additions.

“This is an easy one. We can do this, NCAA,” he said. “Don’t tell me about lawsuits. If you join a program at midseason, you cannot play that season.”

Calipari said he would make an exception for students who weren’t academically eligible during the first semester but were in good standing to compete in the second semester. He did not, however, offer any exceptions for players who’ve entered the NBA draft, saying all players in that situation should be banned.

“Real simple. The rules be the rules, so if you put your name in the [NBA draft], I don’t care if you’re from Russia and you stay in the draft, you can’t play college basketball,” Calipari said. “‘Well, that’s only for American kids.’ What? If your name is in that draft and you got drafted, you can’t play because that’s our rule.”

NCAA president Charlie Baker posted a statement on social media Tuesday addressing the eligibility issue, saying in part, “The NCAA has not and will not grant eligibility to any prospective or returning student-athletes who have signed an NBA contract (including a two-way contract). As schools are increasingly recruiting individuals with international league experience, the NCAA is exercising discretion in applying the actual and necessary expenses bylaw to ensure that prospective student-athletes with experience in American basketball leagues are not at a disadvantage compared to their international counterparts.”

Baker added that he’d be working with “DI leaders in the weeks ahead to protect college basketball” after “recent outlier decisions” over eligibility.

It’s unclear what else the NCAA will allow in the near future with regard to players with professional experience as it seeks Congressional intervention to fix the landscape. But Calipari said the stakeholders within college basketball should act now to preserve its future.

“How about we just do that stuff?” he said. “We can do it without having Congress and the Senate getting 60 votes.”

GameSir put a tiny steering wheel on its new Swift Drive controller

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GameSir is no stranger to experimenting with unique controller features — its Tarantula Pro can automatically swap its face button labels to accommodate alternate layouts, and its Pocket 1 clamps Game Boy controls onto your phone. What sets its new Swift Drive controller apart is a small steering wheel located smack-dab in the middle of the gamepad that’s connected to what GameSir calls the “world’s smallest direct drive motor” providing force feedback effects for racing games.

Pricing and availability hasn’t been announced yet, but GameSir has revealed plenty of details about the Swift Drive’s features and functionality. The steering wheel uses a “high-precision” Hall effect encoder with “up to 65,000 levels of resolution for ultra-accurate steering.” Its movement can be adjusted between 30 and 1080 degrees of rotation, and the wheel itself can be removed and swapped with alternate styles. Hall effect sensors are also used in the Swift Drive’s joysticks and buttons, while its triggers are further enhanced with individual haptic motors to simulate the feeling of ABS braking and wheel slip.

The Swift Drive will rely on a 2.4GHz wireless connection to your gaming machine and, even with reactive RGB lighting effects and its various haptic motors, battery life is estimated to be between 20 to 30 hours between charges.

For racing sim fans not as concerned with portability, GameSir’s new Turbo Drive provides a more traditional steering wheel and pedal setup with a yoke-style wheel that clamps to a desk. Like the smaller Swift Drive controller it features 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, Hall effect sensors in the wheel’s encoder, throttle controls, and shifting paddles, plus extensive customizability including limiting the wheel’s rotation. Its most unique feature is a built-in turbine fan that simulates airflow and enhances the feeling of speed. With the fan on, the Turbo Drive’s battery life is estimated to be around 15 hours, but turning it off will let you play for up to 50 hours before a charge is needed.

Up to 70% off Cold Weather Gear

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It may be cold outside, but these deals we just found at Nordstrom Rack are hot!

The cutest cold-weather gear, including accessories, outwear, sweaters and boots, are marked-down at Nordstrom Rack up to 70% off right now. So basically, you have no excuse not to refresh your winter wardrobe with a few new pieces.

Because let’s be real, it feels so much better to go out in the winter when you are warm AND know you look amazing, even when you’re very much over the chilly temps.

From teddy-inspired cozy jackets to functional gloves, cashmere scarves that are basically a blanket, and of course some water-resistant boots, there are so many hidden gems at Nordstrom Rack worth breaking out your wallet for.

Why wait? Warm up to these cold weather styles before the best deals melt away, below.

Orgain Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides + Prebiotic & Probiotics Powder for Women & Men, 20g Grass Fed Collagen, 1 Billion CFU – Supports Digestive, Hair, Skin & Joint Health, Non-GMO, Type I & III, 1lb

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Price: $31.99
(as of Dec 30, 2025 12:52:53 UTC – Details)


They say “it’s what’s on the inside that counts,” but looking good on the outside is pretty awesome too. That’s why we’re rolling out Orgain Collagen + Probiotics: to help you feel great, inside AND out. This all-in-one wonder does the job of two daily supplements, supporting your gut health** while adding collagen for healthy skin, joints, nails, and hair**. Crafted with 20g* of Type I and III Grass-Fed and Pasture-Raised Collagen Peptides, it’s the same collagen you love that dissolves easily into your favorite smoothie, coffee, juices, or recipes. It’s an unflavored collagen that you won’t notice, but will have your healthy looks turning heads. Add to that the comprehensive gut support** of prebiotics and 1 billion probiotics, and your digestive health will be in great shape as well. All of the ingredients are made with our highest standards: non-GMO, gluten free, no soy, no dairy, no artificial flavors or preservatives, and it’s all paleo friendly. Place this 1lb tub in your pantry, next to your coffee maker or blender, and cut an extra step out of your routine while getting double the benefits. Get Orgain Collagen + Probiotics and you’ll be feelin’ great, and lookin’ great too! *per serving **This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.89 x 4.89 x 6.27 inches; 1 Pounds
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 20851770007973
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 3, 2024
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Orgain
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CZS7BNR2
Best Sellers Rank: #5,372 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #45 in Collagen Supplements
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3-IN-1 COLLAGEN BLEND: Combines 20g of Collagen Peptides + Prebiotics and 1 Billion CFU Probiotics* for all around total gut and digestive support** in addition to the benefits of Radiant Skin, Hair, Nails and Joint Function Health
HIGHER STANDARDS: Because we’re serious about clean, this product is made without lactose or dairy ingredients, paleo friendly, gluten-free, has 0g of Sugar*, is made without soy, Non-GMO, and contains no artificial flavors, preservatives, or colors
ALL AROUND NUTRITION: Each Serving (1 Scoop) of Orgain Collagen Peptides and Pre + Probiotics provides 20g of Type I & III pasture-raised collagen hydrolysate peptides, essential amino acids, approximately 19g of protein and 1 Billion CFU of Probiotics
PERFECT FOR ANY LIFESTYLE: This 3-in-1 collagen powder is perfect for women and men alike, whether you’re supporting your healthy lifestyle and gut health** or just looking to boost your daily on the go routine
WHAT TO EXPECT: Includes 1 (1 Lb) ready to mix Orgain Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides Powder with Pre & Probiotics

Customers say

Customers find the collagen supplement effective for digestive health, reporting improved gut health and digestion, with one noting results within weeks. The product receives positive feedback for its quality, health benefits, and ability to improve skin and nails, while customers appreciate how it blends well in coffee and smoothies. The taste and smell receive mixed reviews, with some customers reporting zero taste while others describe a barnyard smell, and while some say it dissolves easily, others report clumping issues.

Early Week 18 bets: Ravens-Steelers to be a slugfest, Drake Maye for MVP

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The NFL playoff picture is coming into focus, with 12 teams having locked up spots and the remaining two spot to be determined in winner-take-all matchups in Week 18.

The Carolina Panthers hit the road to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with the NFC South title at stake, and the Pittsburgh Steelers host the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night with the AFC North up for grabs. The winners of those games will be in the playoffs and have a home game, the loser will be out.

Other key matchups will determine playoff seeding, including the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers meeting with the top seed in the NFC on the line. The loser will have to play a road playoff game.

Matt Bowen, Joe Fortenbaugh, Pamela Maldonado, Eric Moody and Seth Walder looked at the early Week 18 odds and identified which ones are worth jumping on now before potential shifts later in the week.

Note: Odds by DraftKings Sportsbook and subject to change.


Bowen: Assuming Dak Prescott and the Cowboys’ top offensive skills players are up for this one, I’ll take Dallas to cover the spread. Prescott has thrown for multiple touchdowns in back-to-back games, and he’ll have matchups to target at the second and third level of the field. Big plays here.
Last week: Steelers -4.5 at Browns (Browns won, 13-6)


Ravens at Steelers UNDER 41.5 (-110)

Fortenbaugh: This opened at 43 and was immediately steamed south for several reasons. For starters, did you see how Pittsburgh looked Sunday without DK Metcalf? Six total points on 4.5 yards per play against a Cleveland Browns defense that surrendered 31 points at home to the Tennessee Titans back on December 7. To make matters worse, Steelers tight end Darnell Washington sustained a broken arm in Sunday’s loss to the Browns. Worth noting is the fact that the last 11 meetings between the Steelers and Ravens have produced an average of just 34.5 total points per game. Rock fight incoming!


Titans at Jaguars OVER 46.5 (-115)

Maldonado: The Jags can carry the total on its own, averaging 27 points per game, 35 in their last three, converting in the red zone, and not going conservative when ahead. The Titans have been on an offensive surge in the last few games, more than functional. Cam Ward is showing as of late that he’s capable of pushing the Titans into scoring range when game script forces volume, which is all the over needs.
Last week: Cowboys-Commanders over 50.5 (Cowboys won, 30-23)


Browns at Bengals OVER 44.5 (-110)

Moody: The Bengals are expected to play their starters in Week 18, including Joe Burrow. Cincinnati has scored 82 points in its last two games, and the Browns should put up points against a Bengals defense that has allowed the second-most points per game this season.
Last week: Lions -6 at Vikings (Vikings won, 23-10)


Walder: He just recorded the highest QBR game in the metric’s history (since 2006) with a 99.8 against the New York Jets on Sunday. That moves him up to being the clear leader in QBR on the season, three points clear of the next-highest player (Jordan Love). And with the San Francisco 49ers winning Sunday night, the Los Angeles Rams were knocked out of contention for the NFC West. While that shouldn’t really matter, the fact that Los Angeles will only be a wild card while the Patriots won their division and still have a chance at the No. 1 seed will likely hurt Matthew Stafford‘s case in some voters’ minds.

Turn your PC into a Super Nintendo with Epilogue’s new USB dock

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After announcing and teasing its design well over a year ago, Epilogue’s new SN Operator will finally be available for preorder starting tomorrow. Like the company’s GB Operator that debuted in early 2021, the SN Operator is a standalone USB cartridge slot that lets you play and archive old Nintendo console games on PCs, Macs, or handhelds like the Steam Deck using their original carts. But where the GB Operator was built for Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and GBA games, the SN Operator instead supports any Super Nintendo and Super Famicom game.

Preorders for the SN Operator will open at 12PM ET on December 30th for $59.99. That’s $10 more expensive than the smaller GB Operator, which will remain available too. The hardware is expected to ship in April 2026.

The cartridge slot connects to computers or handhelds over USB and works alongside Epilogue’s accompanying Playback app. The app features a built-in SNES emulator for playing your original cartridges, but you can use other emulators if you already have one you prefer. Games that relied on accessories like Nintendo’s Super NES Mouse or the Super Scope are also compatible with Playback and will use your computer mouse instead of those peripherals.

On top of new console support, the SN Operator includes another function that should appeal to retro gaming fans with large collections of aging and degrading cartridges. The Playback app can authenticate cartridges so you know for sure if that rare title you found at a flea market is real or a bootleg. It can also create digital copies of your cartridges including their save game data so you can archive your collection and keep on playing where you originally left off, even if your original cartridges stop working.The SN Operator will work with any cartridge that can be played in Nintendo’s original hardware, including bootlegs you accidentally purchased. But Epilogue does specify you should only backup cartridges you own — so no using this to borrow and copy a giant collection from a friend.

Raiders players steadfast that focus on winning, not No. 1 pick

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LAS VEGAS — Raiders players’ displeasure regarding the talk of tanking hovering over the organization intensified after a 34-10 loss to the New York Giants on Sunday.

Though the team’s chance of securing the No. 1 pick in next year’s NFL draft moved to 80% after the loss, according to ESPN Analytics, that was the last thing on some players’ minds after a 10th straight defeat dropped the Raiders to 2-14.

“I hate that’s what people are saying or thinking,” Raiders defensive tackle Jonah Laulu said. “We’re not trying to lose. I’m trying to go out and do my best because I don’t know if I’m going to be here next year.”

Before Sunday’s game, the organization appeared to be focused on the future. It placed tight end Brock Bowers, safety Jeremy Chinn and defensive end Maxx Crosby on injured reserve. Crosby, who is expected to need knee surgery, left the facility Friday after he was informed of the team’s decision.

Crosby said before the Raiders shut him down that he didn’t care about the No. 1 pick; his focus was on playing at his best and helping the team.

Cornerback Eric Stokes, one of the Raiders’ few bright spots on defense, said Sunday he agreed with Crosby.

“If y’all are trying to tank, don’t throw it my way then,” Stokes told ESPN. “The same thing Maxx said, I’m trying to be the best person I can be. If anybody is trying to tank, y’all might as well take me out, too.”

Still, players recognize the current state of the team and how having the No. 1 pick could help put it in the right direction.

“We’ve got a lot of young guys that are really good,” Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker said. “… We’re super close but far away at the same time.”

The Raiders will secure the No. 1 pick with a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs next weekend, a game in which Las Vegas starting quarterback Geno Smith is unlikely to play. He suffered a high ankle sprain at the 12:41 mark of the fourth quarter after throwing his second interception and was immediately taken to the locker room. Backup Kenny Pickett played the rest of the game.

Raiders coach Pete Carroll said Smith will have an MRI on Monday, but didn’t sound confident in the 35-year-old’s availability for the Week 18 contest.

“That’s pretty hard to bounce back [from],” Carroll said.

Smith completed 20 of 28 passes for 176 yards and a touchdown against the Giants. The two interceptions increased his 2025 total to 17 — his most in a season since he recorded 21 as a rookie for the New York Jets in 2013.

Carroll, meanwhile, said he still believes that he has support from ownership, even amid the worst season of his head coaching career.

“From all the guys I’ve talked to, I do feel like I have their support,” Carroll said. “What does that mean? I don’t know, but our conversations have been really good.”

Carroll, however, did not comment on whether those conversations with ownership have given him confidence that he will return to Las Vegas for a second season. He signed a three-year deal with a fourth-year team option last January after a year away from football, following his 14-year tenure with the Seattle Seahawks.

“We’re getting along great. We’re communicating really well,” Carroll said.