US EditionRaiders' coaching search critical in busy Las Vegas market with No. 1 pick, $90M cap space
The Raiders have nearly $90 million in salary cap space and the top draft pick to rebuild after multiple losing seasons and playoff drought since 2002.
- This year, the Las Vegas Raiders begin a coaching search while holding the No. 1 overall draft pick and nearly $90 million in salary cap space.
- Facing many entertainment choices in Las Vegas, the Raiders confront declining fan engagement with nearly 50-50 splits at Allegiant Stadium and empty seats on Dec. 7.
- Several interviews and requests to speak with more prospects show the Raiders interview process spent most of last week conducting initial interviews with a candidate pool of varied coaching backgrounds.
- General manager John Spytek and minority owner Tom Brady face pressure to choose a head coach because the Raiders must secure that hire before free agency and the draft.
- Amid successful local franchises like the Las Vegas Aces and Vegas Golden Knights, the Las Vegas sports market sees rising competition as MLB's Athletics arrive in 2028 and an NBA decision is expected this year.
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By MARK ANDERSON HENDERSON, Nevada, USA (AP) — The fact that the Las Vegas Raiders are in the middle of a coach search is not something new — for the third year in a row they are in that process. But the circumstances surrounding the situation this time make it especially important to choose the right person. The person who takes office will have the rare luxury of having at his disposal the first global draft selection and nearly $90 million in…
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Decatur DailyRaiders' coaching search even more critical in crowded Las Vegas market
HENDERSON, Nev. — That the Las Vegas Raiders are going through a coaching search itself is not new — they are in the hiring process for the third year in a row — but the circumstances surrounding this one makes…
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Raiders' coaching search critical in busy Las Vegas market with No. 1 pick, $90M cap space
The Las Vegas Raiders are searching for a new head coach for the third year in a row. This time, it's crucial to find the right fit.
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