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"Raiders' Mark Davis Emphasizes Experience in Hiring Tom Telesco for Roster Control"

Raiders owner Mark Davis cited Tom Telesco's experience as a key factor in hiring him as the team's new General Manager, emphasizing the need for balance alongside a first-time head coach. Despite considering interim G.M. Champ Kelly, the Raiders ultimately opted for Telesco, who previously managed the Chargers' personnel department. With advisors like Marvin Lewis and Tom Coughlin on board, the team aims to build on interim head coach Antonio Pierce's promising start and achieve sustained success.

via NBC Sports|

#champ-kelly #mark-davis #nfl

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Raiders Secure New GM Tom Telesco, Aim to Retain Assistant GM Champ Kelly"

After serving as interim General Manager for the Raiders, Champ Kelly was not retained in the role, with the team opting for experience by hiring Tom Telesco. However, Mark Davis hopes Kelly will stay on as the team's Assistant GM, expressing respect and appreciation for his contributions. Despite having interviewed for the Panthers' GM position, Kelly could potentially continue in his current role with the Raiders, presenting a potential win-win situation for both parties.

via Raiders Wire|

#assistant-general-manager #champ-kelly #mark-davis

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"Raiders Conducting Second Interviews for General Manager Position"

The Las Vegas Raiders are conducting second interviews with three General Manager candidates, including Champ Kelly and Ed Dodds, in addition to previously reported candidate Tom Telesco. Owner Mark Davis has expressed concerns about having both a rookie G.M. and a rookie head coach, as the team has already announced Antonio Pierce as the head coach. Kelly previously served as the interim G.M. for the Raiders, while Dodds has been with the Colts since 2018 and started his career as an intern with the Raiders.

via NBC Sports|

#champ-kelly #ed-dodds #general-manager

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Raiders' Interim G.M. Champ Kelly Leads Intense Coaching Search Pressure"

Interim General Manager Champ Kelly has reportedly been present for the Raiders' head coaching interviews, indicating a likelihood of him and interim head coach Antonio Pierce being hired for full-time roles. The team has conducted interviews with minority candidates and could make a decision soon, but no official announcement has been made yet.

via NBC Sports|

#champ-kelly #head-coach #interim

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"2024 Raiders Coaching Search: Key Free Agent Decisions and Fan Questions Answered"

The Las Vegas Raiders are considering promoting interim head coach Antonio Pierce and interim general manager Champ Kelly, a move strongly supported by the locker room. Star defensive end Maxx Crosby has even voiced potential trade requests if Pierce isn't retained. Owner Mark Davis is reportedly considering the players' wishes, but the roster will face pressure to perform if the interim duo is retained. The players' empowerment could lead to increased pressure on the roster to win immediately, especially if a big-name coach like Jim Harbaugh is not hired.

via Silver And Black Pride|

#antonio-pierce #champ-kelly #coaching-search