Brady's Concerns Over Raiders' Poor Performance

In his first season as a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, Tom Brady is reportedly unhappy with the team's 2-9 start. According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, Brady has expressed disappointment in not only the team's overall performance but also specific coaching decisions that have been made this year.

Brady was a significant advocate for the hiring of former offensive coordinator Chip Kelly, who was let go just 11 games into his three-year contract. With the Raiders currently ranking 30th in total offense and 14th in total defense, Brady's frustrations extend well beyond the offense. His influence in team decisions is notable; he helped lead the search committee that appointed head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Spytek. Additionally, he supported the Raiders' decision to trade for quarterback Geno Smith.

Despite this, reports from Michael Silver in June indicated that Brady was "not in favor" of the potential pursuit of quarterback Sam Darnold, who is now thriving with the Seattle Seahawks, leading them to an 8-3 record and contention in the NFC West.

As the Raiders prepare for Week 13 with former quarterbacks coach Greg Olson stepping in as interim offensive coordinator following last Sunday’s loss to the 3-8 Cleveland Browns, they are also adjusting to further staffing changes. Special teams coordinator Tom McMahon and senior offensive assistant Bob Bicknell were recently fired, contributing to a tumultuous midseason for the team.

Head coach Pete Carroll acknowledged that the team is in "uncharted waters" after these significant changes. According to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer, the future of the coaching staff remains uncertain, especially with new ownership, including Brady, surrounding Mark Davis. The performance of the Raiders in the coming weeks will be crucial in determining the fate of coaching leadership heading into the 2026 season.