Antonio Pierce Out as Raiders Head Coach After Losing Season

Antonio Pierce became the latest NFL head coach to lose his job after the Las Vegas Raiders dismissed him following a disappointing 4-13 season, which saw the team finish last in the AFC West. Pierce a former Pro Bowl linebacker took over as the Raiders’ interim head coach in 2023 before the team appointed him as the permanent head coach for the 2024 season. Despite hopes that Pierce could turn the team around, the Raiders struggled throughout the season leading to his dismissal.

His departure follows the firing of Doug Pederson and Jerod Mayo, who the Jacksonville Jaguars and the New England Patriots also let go after their teams failed to meet expectations in the regular season. The Raiders expressed appreciation for Pierce’s efforts, acknowledging his deep connection to the franchise. “Antonio Pierce grew up a Raiders fan and his Silver and Black roots run deep,” the team said in a statement. They also thanked him for his ability to “reignite what it means to be a Raider throughout the entire organization.”

Pierce’s tenure as head coach faced challenges but his impact on the team and its culture stood out. His time with the Raiders ended after one season at the helm, and the franchise now seeks a new leader to guide them toward rebuilding and improving for the future. The Raiders’ decision to part ways with Pierce adds to a series of coaching changes across the NFL, reflecting the high expectations placed on head coaches in the league. As the franchise moves forward, they will look for a coach who can restore their competitiveness in the AFC West.