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Raiders Fire Special Teams Coordinator After Disappointing Start

11/8/2025

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The Las Vegas Raiders fired Tom McMahon, the Raiders' special teams coordinator, after a 2-7 start.
Head Coach Pete Carroll announced the decision after the Raiders' third consecutive loss, citing special-teams issues.
McMahon joined the Raiders in 2022 and faced criticism for missed field goals and blocked punts.
Derius Swinton II will serve as interim special teams coordinator.
The Raiders' struggles mirror last season under former interim coach Antonio Pierce.

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The Las Vegas Raiders fired Tom McMahon, the Raiders' special teams coordinator, after a 2-7 start.
Head Coach Pete Carroll announced the decision after the Raiders' third consecutive loss, citing special-teams issues.
McMahon joined the Raiders in 2022 and faced criticism for missed field goals and blocked punts.
Derius Swinton II will serve as interim special teams coordinator.
The Raiders' struggles mirror last season under former interim coach Antonio Pierce.