Antonio Pierce and Tom Telesco were introduced as the new coach and general manager of the Raiders, respectively, on Wednesday. Now, they have to win.
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Raiders owner Mark Davis went with been there, done that over never was for his new general manager. That represents a huge change for the organization.
Now that he is the Raiders’ head coach, Antonio Pierce faces some important decisions with his coaching staff and roster, starting with the team’s putrid offense.
Raiders players have stood united behind interim coach Antonio Pierce and their desire for him to get the full-time job. The rest is up to owner Mark Davis.
Interim coach Antonio Pierce and rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell have uncertain futures with the Raiders following Sunday’s season-ending win over the Broncos.
Maxx Crosby is having his finest season as a Raider. That should earn him consideration for the NFL’s highest honor for a defensive player.