The Las Vegas Raiders could soon have a new head coach in place to replace the recently-fired Antonio Pierce. Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson.

Johnson has emerged as the runaway favorite to land the Las Vegas gig with NFL Network Ian Rapoport reporting earlier this week that, “there are a lot of people who, frankly, think he is getting it.”

With last week's firings of Tom Telesco and Antonio Pierce, the Las Vegas Raiders have concurrent openings at general manager and head coach for the second time in as many years, the third time since 2022.

Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis walks down the sideline prior to the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images / Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images The Las Vegas Raiders need a new head coach.

Would owner Mark Davis hand the keys to his Las Vegas Raiders to a defensive-minded head coach after Antonio Pierce? As the Silver & Black continue the quest to land a new head coach and general manager,