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Raiders Fire Coach Carroll After Disastrous Season

1/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Las Vegas Raiders fired head coach Pete Carroll after a dismal 3-14 season.
The decision followed a 10-game losing streak and internal turmoil, including Chip Kelly's midseason firing.
General Manager John Spytek will lead the search for a new head coach as the Raiders seek their sixth head coach.
The Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, with quarterback Fernando Mendoza among targets.

History

Historical Context

In 2000, the New York Jets fired head coach Al Groh after a 9-7 season, part of a broader NFL trend where teams frequently change coaches to enhance performance; that year, 10 coaches were dismissed. This instability continues, as seen with the Las Vegas Raiders' recent firing of Pete Carroll after a 3-14 season, reflecting ongoing challenges in team management and leadership dynamics.

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Story summary

The Las Vegas Raiders fired head coach Pete Carroll after a dismal 3-14 season.
The decision followed a 10-game losing streak and internal turmoil, including Chip Kelly's midseason firing.
General Manager John Spytek will lead the search for a new head coach as the Raiders seek their sixth head coach.
The Raiders hold the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, with quarterback Fernando Mendoza among targets.

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