The Raiders are sticking with Pierce as their HC

[staylor26]

Raiders are working to finalize a deal to hire Antonio Pierce as their head coach, per sources.

Raiders made Pierce their interim HC on Halloween night and now are closing in on making it a full-time job. Players who campaigned for Pierce soon are expected to be happy. pic.twitter.com/OAJTur9ZJ0

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 19, 2024

[RealSNR]

There is no more Josh McDaniels to inflate players’ perception of his competence. He’s gonna have to actually be a real head coach.

[PAChiefsGuy]

Originally Posted by alpha_omega

Antonio Pierce's wife files for bankruptcy stemming from Raiders HC's previous car dealership involvements

Pierce is subject to judgments amounting to more than $28 million, according to court documents

Jocelyn Pierce, the wife of Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce, filed for bankruptcy earlier this month, according to The Athletic. And the filing stems from the coach's previous involvement with car dealerships, with Pierce subject to judgments amounting to more than $28 million.

Pierce's wife initially filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona on June 12, per Tashan Reed, and court documents indicate that two different lenders -- Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation and Hyundai Capital America -- "recently attempted to garnish Antonio's wages with the Raiders," as well as "satisfy their judgments from the couple's assets."

"In the 2010s, Mr. Pierce was convinced to invest in car dealerships," the filing said. "Despite his role as a mere passive investor with no oversight or management of the business' affairs, Mr. Pierce was asked to sign various documents. Although the Debtor has no direct knowledge of the events, personal guaranties were later produced bearing Mr. Pierce's name. When several of the businesses defaulted on their loans, the lenders obtained judgements against the businesses and Mr. Pierce as a guarantor. The Debtor is informed that these judgements amount to more than $28 million."

Pierce, 45, is entering his first full season as the Raiders' head coach after Las Vegas removed the interim tag from his title back in January. Pierce got the job after guiding the Raiders to a 5-4 record after Las Vegas owner Mark Davis relieved Josh McDaniels of his duties after a 3-5 start.

Pierce, who served as the Raiders' linebackers coach prior to his promotion, broke into coaching in 2014 as the head coach at California's Long Beach Poly High School in 2014. He spent four years in that role before becoming the linebackers coach/recruiting coordinator at Arizona State, a post he held from 2018-21.

A former Pro Bowl linebacker, Pierce enjoyed a nine-year NFL career with Washington and the New York Giants. He was part of a Giants defense that played an integral role in New York's shocking win over the previously undefeated Patriots in Super Bowl XLII.

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/a...-involvements/

Looks like he will fit right in w the Raiders.

[New World Order]

This Raiders squad under Pierce feel like the Rams under Jeff Fisher

[Eureka]

It's a nothing burger for the most part. It's the slowest part of the offseason so news needs to be drummed up.

So he made a bad investment and his wife is protecting their assets. He will be focused on coaching the Raiders and he has that team going in the right direction.

This isn't even close to him having his kid on team staff who drives around drunk and critically injuries kids type stuff.

[Eureka]

Originally Posted by New World Order

This Raiders squad under Pierce feel like the Rams under Jeff Fisher

It doesn't feel like Titans under Jeff Fisher?

[New World Order]

Originally Posted by Eureka

It doesn't feel like Titans under Jeff Fisher?

Nope. You guys have no qb.

[Eureka]

Originally Posted by New World Order

Nope. You guys have no qb.

Well that's true in a sense but also O'Connell could develop into a quality starter. Or he could fall flat on his face but at least there is that chance of that going either way versus another retread like Jimmy G.

They haven't tried to develop in QB in a long time.

[Bump]

Originally Posted by Eureka

Well that's true in a sense but also O'Connell could develop into a quality starter. Or he could fall flat on his face but at least there is that chance of that going either way versus another retread like Jimmy G.

They haven't tried to develop in QB in a long time.

that's true, too scared after one of the biggest busts of all time

[TwistedChief]

Originally Posted by Eureka

Well that's true in a sense but also O'Connell could develop into a quality starter. Or he could fall flat on his face but at least there is that chance of that going either way versus another retread like Jimmy G.

They haven't tried to develop in QB in a long time.

Very poor business sense to sign Minshew for what they did if their plan is to develop AOC.

[Eureka]

Originally Posted by Bump

that's true, too scared after one of the biggest busts of all time

Well that was AL but yeah you're not wrong. Def top 3 bust ever.

Originally Posted by TwistedChief

Very poor business sense to sign Minshew for what they did if their plan is to develop AOC.

Is it really though? Having a decent backup that can help O'Connell grow/compete is worth the money. The Raiders have one of the lower cap hits for QB's this year.

Minshew was a backup last year for the Colts and he ended up playing for most of the season.

[lewdog]

I make fun of this loser franchise all I can.

[ChiefsFan88]

Originally Posted by MAHOMO 4 LIFE!

Damn… Marvin Lewis is a hell of a coach. He got shafted in Cincy for sure

How exactly did Marvin got shafted? He was the Bengals head coach for 16 years with no playoffs wins, he deserved to get fired

[ChiefsFan88]

Originally Posted by lewdog

I make fun of this loser franchise all I can.

Loser franchise? At least Raiders have championships, if you want to make fun of a loser franchise, make fun of the Chargers that have no championships

[jdubya]

The Raiders seem to be putting some good pieces in place. They might genuinely be developing a great defense finally and the offense certainly has some weapons. QB room is an unknown and the offensive coaching staff is an unknown. I'm curious enough to be looking forward to TC and pre season. Time will tell.

[Rain Man]

Originally Posted by jdubya

The Raiders seem to be putting some good pieces in place. They might genuinely be developing a great defense finally and the offense certainly has some weapons. QB room is an unknown and the offensive coaching staff is an unknown. I'm curious enough to be looking forward to TC and pre season. Time will tell.

I'll preface this by confirming that I hate the Raiders, but your front seven on defense last year was pretty impressive. Interestingly, I think the high draft picks mostly busted and the guys who were impressive were mid-round picks or lower.