Speaking with media on Wednesday at the NFL scouting combine, Las Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce provided some insight into the team’s perception on the quarterback position as it approaches the 2024 NFL draft.
Although general manager Tom Telesco will ultimately decide on draft strategy, Pierce is making it plain who he wants behind center: a tough competitor who isn’t scared to take on the powerful Kansas City Chiefs.
In Indianapolis, Pierce said to reporters, “I just want a leader.” “I’m looking for a guy who wants to compete and can lead.” We have a huge task ahead of us, so I want a guy who doesn’t back down from a challenge. The world champions are back in our division. When Patrick Mahomes is in our division, you know what you have to deal with every single year. I’m looking for someone who can say, “You know what? I am willing to take on the task.
After replacing former coach Josh McDaniels in the middle of the 2023 season, Pierce was awarded the position as full-time head coach at Las Vegas. As the Raiders’ temporary coach for nine games last season, Pierce finished 5-4 and won the players’ respect.
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