In an intriguing twist to the Las Vegas Raiders' ongoing coach and general manager search, interim head coach Antonio Pierce has been receiving significant interest from other teams around the league. As the Raiders focus on finding their new general manager, Pierce has emerged as a leading candidate for the full-time head coach position.

According to NFL media reports on Sunday morning, the Atlanta Falcons have requested permission to interview Antonio Pierce for their head coaching job. This comes after Pierce interviewed with the Tennessee Titans on Saturday, adding another potential opportunity to his list.

While there have been numerous reports suggesting that Pierce is the frontrunner to be hired by the Raiders, it is evident that he has caught the attention of other teams as well. The Falcons' interest in interviewing Pierce highlights his growing reputation and the recognition of his coaching skills.

The Raiders, on the other hand, have concluded their general manager interviews as reported by The Athletic on Saturday. The six known candidates for the position include Raiders' interim GM Champ Kelly, Trey Brown of Cincinnati, Terrance Gray of Buffalo, Ed Dobbs of Indianapolis, Kelly Kleine Van Calligan of Denver, and former Chargers GM Tom Telesco. Kelly, who is considered to be a favorite for the job, has also interviewed with the Carolina Panthers.

As the Raiders inch closer to a decision on their coaching and general manager positions, they may face competition for both Pierce and Kelly. With other head coaching jobs still available with the Chargers, Panthers, Commanders, and Seahawks, the Raiders will need to act swiftly if they want to secure their desired candidates.

One person who has voiced their support for Pierce is star defensive end Maxx Crosby. In response to reports that he would consider requesting a trade if Pierce is not hired, Crosby reaffirmed his faith in Pierce and expressed his hope that the interim coach would be given the full-time role.

The Raiders' coaching and general manager search has undoubtedly intensified, with Antonio Pierce's interviews with the Falcons and Titans adding another layer of intrigue. It remains to be seen how the team's decision-making process will unfold, but one thing is clear: competition is heating up for the highly sought-after coaching position.