Part 4/8:

Conversely, the Raiders seem poised to make a pivot in leadership. With Antonio Pierce's head coaching position under scrutiny, speculation mounts that Mike Vel—currently on the Patriots staff—could be the frontrunner for the Raiders' head coach position. As Tom Brady is linked to the decision-making process, there is a sense of urgency in the Raiders' front office to establish a firm and successful culture, one that has been elusive in recent years.