Raiders Likely to Hire Champ Kelly as Full-Time General Manager, Antonio Pierce as Head Coach

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17/01/2024 21h24

In a promising development, the Las Vegas Raiders' interim General Manager, Champ Kelly, has emerged as a strong candidate for the full-time position. According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Kelly has been actively involved in the team's head coaching interviews this week, indicating his positive prospects.

Previously in the running for the Raiders' General Manager role in 2022, Kelly was overlooked when the team opted for Dave Ziegler to work alongside Josh McDaniels. However, his involvement in the head coaching selection process suggests that the Raiders are seriously considering giving Kelly a more permanent position within the organization.

Kelly, who was previously the assistant director of player personnel for the Chicago Bears, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. His contribution to the Raiders' decision-making process and the team's success since his interim appointment have likely played a significant role in his growing candidacy.

While Las Vegas has conducted in-person interviews with two minority candidates for the head coaching role, the team's decision to include Kelly in the process suggests a leaning towards retaining him, along with interim head coach Antonio Pierce, in their current positions. This signifies the team's inclination to maintain stability and build upon the progress achieved during their interim reign.

Although the Raiders have not made an official announcement regarding Kelly and Pearce's future, their continued involvement in the team's decision-making process indicates a strong likelihood of their promotion to full-time positions.

As Las Vegas moves closer to finalizing their coaching staff for the upcoming season, the retention of Champ Kelly as the General Manager and Antonio Pierce as the head coach promises continuity and stability for the Raiders' organization. With these key appointments, the team aims to build upon their recent successes and propel themselves to future achievements.

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