Chip Kelly is back in the NFL after nearly a decade away, taking over as the Las Vegas Raiders’ new offensive coordinator. His hiring continues the theme of rivalries in the AFC West, with head coach Pete Carroll and Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh being longtime foes. Kelly’s experience, including his stint as Ohio State Buckeyes OC and San Francisco 49ers head coach, will be crucial in turning around the Raiders’ struggling offense.
Kelly’s NFL career has been marked by both success and failure. He led the Philadelphia Eagles to 10-win seasons but was fired after two years. His tenure with the 49ers was short-lived, lasting just one year. However, Kelly’s most recent stint as head coach of UCLA saw significant improvement, turning the program around in his final three seasons.
Kelly’s return to the NFL comes at a critical time for the Raiders. With a revamped offense, he’ll have the task of reviving a team that has made only two playoff appearances since 2002. Despite this challenge, Carroll believes Kelly is the right man to help turn things around. The Raiders’ coaching staff now boasts an experienced and skilled leader in Kelly.
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