Raiders Fire Head Coach Antonio Pierce

The Las Vegas Raiders have fired head coach Antonio Pierce after a disappointing 4-13 season, marking his first full year in the position. In a surprising move, general manager Tom Telesco, who was hired just before the season, has also been retained despite the team's struggles. Under Telesco, the Raiders are now tasked with finding a new head coach, with minority owner Tom Brady expected to have significant influence in the selection process. The Raiders finished the season with a ten-game losing streak, the longest in the franchise's history, and will have the sixth overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft, which they hope to utilize to secure a franchise quarterback. Telesco's prior experience with the Chargers included a record of 84-95, and he faces pressure to improve the team's fortunes in Las Vegas. The Raiders are in search of their fifth head coach since relocating in 2020, emphasizing the instability within the organization.