Chip Kelly has been hired by the Las Vegas Raiders as their new coordinator, according to reports. The deal averages $6 million per season, making him the league’s highest-paid coordinator. Kelly was previously due to earn $2.1 million in base salary as the offensive coordinator at Ohio State next year.
The Raiders’ decision to make a significant investment in Kelly reflects their commitment to winning with new ownership and head coach Pete Carroll. With the team boasting over $108 million in cap space and holding the No. 6 draft pick, it is expected that they will also allocate funds to bolster their roster. This move is seen as part of the Raiders’ effort to build a competitive team quickly.
Source: https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/report-chip-kellys-deal-with-the-raiders-averages-6-million-per-season