Deion Sanders, currently the coach at Colorado University, has reportedly expressed interest in becoming the next head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. According to sources, NFL-connected associates have reached out to the Raiders with Sanders’ name, indicating a strong interest in the vacant position.
The Raiders are looking for a new head coach after firing Antonio Pierce last week and general manager Tom Telesco following a disappointing 2024 season. The team’s struggles led to the release of their top draft pick, making a coaching change crucial to their future success.
Sanders had previously mentioned that he’d consider coaching in the NFL if given the opportunity to coach his sons, Shedeur and Shilo Sanders, both of whom are eligible for the 2025 NFL Draft. The Raiders hold the No. 6 pick and would need to trade up to secure one of these talented young quarterbacks.
While Sanders’ interest in the job is intriguing, other notable names have also been mentioned as potential candidates. Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady has reportedly been in touch with Bill Belichick about the Raiders’ vacancy, sparking speculation that both may remain in college football coaching roles in 2025.
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/colorado-coach-deion-sanders-reportedly-has-interest-in-raiders-head-coaching-job-192812786.html