The head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, Antonio Pierce, has been under increasing pressure as the season has progressed. Nevertheless, despite their 3-12 record, the team’s victory in Week 16 generated some speculation that it might have saved the former linebacker’s job.
However, the latest revelation from NFL insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero has dispelled such rumours. “Despite the celebratory scene in the locker room following a Week 16 win over the Jaguars, the belief in league circles continues to be that Antonio Pierce’s future as the Raiders’ head coach is in serious doubt,” the hosts of the NFL Network stated.
“Owner Mark Davis’ public comments at the December League Meeting suggested he’ll wait to evaluate until after the season ends,” they said. “And Davis might be able to capitalize on the positive momentum if the team wins another exciting game like Sunday’s. Nothing has been decided.
Pierce argues that the team has suffered from several injuries this season, and the intrigue surrounding the trade of Davante Adams hasn’t helped either. In any case, losing is losing, and since the legendary team has a significant draft pick and an off-season ahead of them, finding a head coach should be just as important as finding a franchise quarterback.
The outcome of their game against the lowly New Orleans Saints in week 17 might potentially decide the scenario, though it is far from certain. In any case, this off-season is the first step toward giving the Silver and Black supporters a chance to relive the glory of the past, when they were driven by icons like John Madden and Ken Stabler.
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