The Las Vegas Raiders have announced their coaching staff for the 2024 season, with Antonio Pierce as the Head Coach and a lineup of experienced coaches including Marvin Lewis as Assistant Head Coach, Luke Getsy as Offensive Coordinator, and Patrick Graham as Defensive Coordinator.
Duke University's football program, under head coach Manny Diaz, has announced the hiring of Willie Simmons and Justin Watts, both former Clemson players, to its coaching staff. Simmons, who had a successful tenure as head coach at Florida A&M, will serve as the running backs coach, bringing a wealth of experience and a strong track record of success, including two HBCU National Championships. Watts, with over 20 years of coaching experience and multiple bowl game appearances, will take on the role of tight ends coach after a significant stint at Appalachian State University. Both hires are part of Diaz's efforts to strengthen the Blue Devils' coaching team with experienced professionals.