Raiders Sign Pete Carroll as Head Coach with 3-Year Deal

The Las Vegas Raiders will most likely grab Pete Carroll as the team's next coach with a three-year deal and a possible fourth-year option, Bleacher Report states.

According to the NFL, "The Raiders are hiring Super Bowl winner Pete Carroll to become their next head coach, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported Friday, per sources informed of the situation."

His NFL numbers shine with a .599 win percentage, putting up 147-98-1 including playoffs. Few can touch his blend of college and pro success - he's one of only three coaches to ever win both a national title and Super Bowl.

Carroll needs to tackle some big-money decisions right away. He'll need to figure out what to do with eight defensive players, especially Malcolm Koonce and Nate Hobbs.

New GM John Spytek teams up with Carroll to lead the way. His eye for talent helped create Tampa Bay's championship team - skills that should help turn things around, the Raiders' website states.

"Since joining the Buccaneers in 2016, Tampa Bay has clinched five playoff appearances, six playoff victories, four NFC South division titles and a Super Bowl championship. The team's six playoff wins since 2016 are tied for the seventh-most in the NFL during that span," according to Raiders.com.

Owner Mark Davis made the call, getting input from part-owner Tom Brady. They're looking for stability after a rocky period that kicked off with Jon Gruden leaving in 2021.

Carroll's resume is stacked - two USC championships plus seven conference titles. His NFL high point came when Seattle grabbed Super Bowl XLVIII, plus four division titles.

His style focuses on strong running and tough defense. This game plan turned Seattle into a force, making nine playoff appearances over 14 years - their best stretch ever.

Even at almost 74 next September, Carroll brings non-stop energy. He keeps up with younger coaches easily, bouncing around practice fields and firing up the sidelines.

By getting Carroll, the Raiders hope to end their coaching shuffle. They've gone through coaches quickly - Josh McDaniels barely stuck around 24 months.

Let's face it: The Las Vegas Raiders fans have amazing loyalty, grit and determination. To be part of Raider Nation often has a bigger meaning than unwavering loyalty to a team.

Raider Nation is a way of life. For many people, the memories of tailgating in Oakland often take us back to a simpler time when it truly was the "bay vs. everybody."

Since moving to Las Vegas, the Raiders have navigated a new set of leadership, a new city and even a new set of fans.

We miss the Oakland tailgates but love the pre-game parties at Allegiant Stadium. Lot J and Lot H are our favorite lots to pop a tent at, to get a grill going, and to gulp down some micheladas.

According to Silver And Black Pride, a Raiders-based publication, the tailgates in Oakland were simply epic.

"With a passionate, loyal and deep Latino fan base, Raiders’ tailgate parties also featured many Mexican food delights and often mariachi bands would stroll through the parking lot to entertain the appreciative masses," Silver and Black Pride reports.

Although Allegiant Stadium is slightly smaller than the Oakland Coliseum, the party is still electric. The Las Vegas Review-Journal reports there are 6,500 tailgating spots at Allegiant Stadium. At the Coliseum, there were about 9,000 spots.

The best fanbase in our opinion is Raider Nation. We're unapologetic and have no filter when it comes to letting the organization know our thoughts.

In fact, Sports Illustrated reports, "Raider Nation is one of the only fan bases that is truly part of the team. They will let the organization, players, and coaches know about what they think good or bad, in good moments and in hard moments."

Now, we know that Ice Cube is the celebrity that we picked as our cover image. But, he's essentially the president of Raider Nation in Las Vegas. So, it's no surprise that he's a major fan. With that being said, we wanted to give you a list of celebrities that you may have never known to be Raiders fans. Ice Cube reps silver and back, and he even wrote a song about the Raider colors. So give it a listen while going down this list.

Raider Nation is special, and there are many celebrities who are actually part of the Black and Silver fan base. Scroll down below to see some die-hard celebrities who are surprisingly Raiders fans.

Ken Jeong is a hilarious comedian who is well-known for playing many different types of roles and characters. His story is inspiring to many people because he used to be a medical doctor before turning into a comedian. His most famous role is very fitting for Las Vegas. Jeong played "Mr.Chow," in the Hangover movies, and his acting can be alluded to as one of the main reasons why this movie series was hilarious.

Well, it also looks like Jeong loves the Raiders! He was snapped wearing a Raiders hat and the official X account for the team said, "Guess who's at the game representing the Raiders - Ken Jeong, also known as "Mr. Chow" from Hangover and Hangover 2." 

Jessica Alba is a huge Raiders fan! She's been seen wearing Raiders merch, and she has posted about the team on her social media accounts. The Las Vegas Review-Journal also reported that Alba is a Raiders fan as well. Alba is a successful actress and the CEO of the beauty brand "Honest."

We're so happy that we have an amazing Raiderette who is a great actress and an intelligent business owner. Hopefully, we can catch Alba at a home game!

George Lopez is one of the funniest Raiders fans! From being a real-life supporter of Raider Nation to even creating TV characters that are huge fans, Lopez encompasses a true member of the Raiders fanbase.

He's made jokes about the team, and his new show even featured a funny skit where "George" crashes a Marshawn Lynch interview. The skit was funny and actually has true meaning within the scene. On top of his creative endeavors, George also attends many Raiders games in real life. He's attended a few games at Allegiant Stadium as well.

Guy Fieri is a Las Vegas legend. So, it's not a surprise that he adores the Raiders. The restaurant entrepreneur and media personality has been to many games at Allegiant. He often brings his sons and family, which makes the experience even better -- most likely!

In fact, Fieri's love for the team started when the team was still in Oakland. He made a video with the NFL that outlines his love for the team, and how he'll stick with the team through thick and thin.

He mentions the players and moments that made him a Raider Nation member. Flavortown meeting Raider Nation is truly a perfect combination in our eyes.  

According to the Raiders' official website, Carlos Santana is a lifelong Raiders fan. He's even given Mark Davis a Raiders guitar as a gift, which is a pretty honorable thing to do.

According to ESPN, Santana even invited the Raiders owner, Davis, to attend "the groundbreaking event and light the Al Davis torch in Mexico City, to come up on stage with him ... to play the maracas." George Lopez was hosting the event as well, which is a double win for Raider nation.  Being a Las Vegas resident now, it makes perfect sense that Santana loves Allegiant Stadium. In an interview, Santana said he was grateful for the Raiders and started his love for the team during the '70s while he was living in Queens.