Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images Baron Davis’ Warriors were the first Dubs team to stand up to Kobe’s Lakers, and oh what entertaining basketball that was! I saw a lot of tributes today in memory of the legendary Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and the rest of the victims of the horrific helicopter crash five years ago. It was a numbing reminder that one of my … [Read more...] about Dub Nation reflects on the anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s passing
Archives for January 2025
Report: Pete Carroll To Raiders Gaining Steam
Four of the seven NFL head coaching vacancies have been filled, leaving just the Raiders, Saints and Cowboys to find their guy. Although minority owner Tom Brady is getting involved in this search, it wasn’t enough to convince top candidate Ben Johnson to take the job after the team heavily pursued him. Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk reports that “momentum is building in … [Read more...] about Report: Pete Carroll To Raiders Gaining Steam
Raiders In Negotiations To Hire Pete Carroll As Head Coach
Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Raiders and former Seahawks HC Pete Carroll are in negotiations for him to be their next head coach. Rapoport confirms that the Raiders have turned their attention to Carroll and are hoping to get an agreement in place. Per Rapoport, the Raiders are “attempting to change the culture in Las Vegas” which is something Carroll has been … [Read more...] about Raiders In Negotiations To Hire Pete Carroll As Head Coach
Seahawks DB Coach Karl Scott Name To Watch For Raiders DC Job
According to Jonathan Jones, Seahawks DB coach and passing game coordinator Karl Scott is a name to watch for the Raiders’ defensive coordinator position. At this point, the team has not requested or scheduled any interviews for the position. Scott, 39, began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at Delta State in 2007. He has worked for several programs, mainly as a … [Read more...] about Seahawks DB Coach Karl Scott Name To Watch For Raiders DC Job
More Buzz About Russell Wilson Being Option For Raiders
Ian Rapoport reports that Steelers QB Russell Wilson could be an option as the Raiders starting quarterback in 2025. Wilson would reunite with HC Pete Carroll with whom he has a close relationship and Rapoport adds that he wanted to play for the Raiders last season before winding up in Pittsburgh. The Steelers have said they would like to have Wilson back and the veteran has … [Read more...] about More Buzz About Russell Wilson Being Option For Raiders